Urban Gardening & Ecology
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A Rain Garden Grows in Brooklyn
BBG is launching its own living outdoor classroom to educate and motivate gardeners interested in these water-wise, low-maintenance, and beautiful plant communities. Read More ›
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Teen Apprentices Grow…and Grow
Visit an upcoming open house to learn about BBG’s Garden Apprentice Program. GAP teens learn about urban farming, science, and the environment while working in one of the most exciting public gardens in the world. Read More ›
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Community Rain Gardening
A focus on community rain gardens fosters sustainability movements in local neighborhoods. Read More ›
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BUGs at the Grassroots
BBG's first class of BUG dives into community projects! Read More ›
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Composting in the Classroom
Fall is the perfect time to start a classroom compost bin! Learn how at this upcoming workshop for teachers. Read More ›
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Greenest Block in Brooklyn 2011 Winners
The winners of the Greenest Block in Brooklyn 2011 contest have been announced! Read More ›
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Judging Brooklyn’s Blocks
A day in the life of a judge for the final round of Brooklyn's Greenest Block 2011. Read More ›
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Greenest Block 2011 Gets Under Way
The first round of the 2011 Greenest Block in Brooklyn judging is complete! Semifinalists are listed on BBG's website, with the winners to be announced mid-August. Read More ›
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Gothamist Gardening Help
This week, BBG's Native Flora Garden curator Uli Lorimer weighed in on gothamist.com's new green thumb series giving his advice on native plants to grow in sun and shade in backyards around NYC Read More ›
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BUGs Go Places
After a successful training program last fall, the very first class of certified Brooklyn Urban Gardeners (BUGs) is making a difference to community greening efforts throughout Brooklyn. Read More ›
