Plants & Gardens Blog
Urban Gardening & Ecology
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Community Garden Cultivates Social Justice
Whether born in Latin America or Bushwick, gardeners here build community and share knowledge. Read Community Garden Cultivates Social Justice
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Gathering “Browns” for Your Compost Pile
Fallen leaves and other "browns" help create the right mix of carbon and nitrogen in your compost pile. Now is the time to gather them, but where? And what about coffee chaff and sawdust? Read Gathering “Browns” for Your Compost Pile
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Pondlife: Algae Up Close
When viewed under a microscope, algae are stunningly beautiful. They form repeating patterns and Read Pondlife: Algae Up Close
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Weed of the Month: Bittersweet Nightshade
Poisonous to people, this lovely weed provides nourishment to birds. Look for both its flowers and berries in September. Read Weed of the Month: Bittersweet Nightshade
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Weed of the Month: Pigweed
Pigweed is considered an agricultural scourge in the United States, but elsewhere it's a nutritious food plant. In Jamaica, it's valued as a leafy green, and its protein-rich seeds are used like a grain in other parts of the world. Read Weed of the Month: Pigweed
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Weed of the Month: Poison Ivy
Identifying this poison ivy requires a keen eye since its leaf color and shape varies. Learn to recognize its distinguishing characteristics. Read Weed of the Month: Poison Ivy
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Birds of Brooklyn: Monk Parakeet
How did this Argentinian bird become a fixture in Brooklyn? Read Birds of Brooklyn: Monk Parakeet
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A Wildlife Walk Through the Garden
The Garden isn’t just a collection of plants. It’s also a collection of habitats where herons hunt for crayfish, monarchs feed on milkweed, and woodpeckers nest and forage for insects. Read A Wildlife Walk Through the Garden
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Weed of the Month: Pineapple Weed
This chamomile relative has many look-alikes, but a sniff will help you identify this species. Read Weed of the Month: Pineapple Weed
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How to Get the Most Out of the BBG Plant Sale
Come in with a plan to make smart purchases. Read How to Get the Most Out of the BBG Plant Sale
