by Shay Magaraci | Sep 15, 2020 | Youth & Family
Sit Spots: What They Are and How to Use Them For many parents, getting children to spend time outside with stimulating, educational activities can feel intimidating—not to mention securing the materials, supplies and knowledge needed to teach them about the...
by Shay Magaraci | Sep 3, 2020 | Horticulture
Native Annuals with Ecological Horticulturist Ryan Drake A walk through the Botanical Garden reveals dynamic, complex plantings around every corner. But there is more to those lively blooms and varying textures than aesthetic appeal. This summer, in the Dorothy and...
by Shay Magaraci | Aug 19, 2020 | Horticulture
Garden Design with Senior Horticulturist Leslie Hunter Although designing annual gardens is a creative process, I have a clear framework that I follow each time. These are the four steps I use to create dynamic garden spaces that will generate interest throughout the...
by Shay Magaraci | Aug 17, 2020 | Horticulture
Fall Perennial & Bulb Market Preview We’re excited to bring back our bulb market in 2020 along with a selection of perennials that are perfect for fall planting, too. Below you’ll find five plants to watch for at the Fall Perennial & Bulb Market,...
by Shay Magaraci | Aug 10, 2020 | Horticulture
Gardening in August Despite the heat and humidity, August is an important month for observing life in the garden, perhaps one of the most valuable gardening activities. I carve out time to putter often around my home garden, a 5,000 sq. ft. meadow and prairie-inspired...
