Daffodils abound at Cornell Botanic Gardens
Yellow dominates the color palette throughout our gardens from nearly 100,000 daffodils blooming now.
The Supernatural Side of Plants
Steeped in legends and lore, herbs provide a physical link to the beliefs and practices of people through the ages.
Hydrangeas: Stars of late summer
While undeniably beautiful, the symbolic meaning of hydrangea varies considerably among different cultures.
The Rose: “Queen of Flowers”
Explore an illustrative guide to discover why the rose is considered the “Queen of Flowers.”
Rhododendron: Beyond its beautiful bloom
From mid-May to mid-June, a main attraction at Cornell Botanic Gardens is the Bowers Rhododendron […]
Legends and Lore of the Tulip
Tulips have been cultivated for hundreds of years for their beauty and powerful symbolism.
Flowering Trees: expressing love, loyalty, and kindness across centuries and cultures
May is approaching, which brings our attention to the eye-catching blooms of ornamental apple, magnolia, […]
Plant of the Winter Solstice: Holly
Holly legends abound. Learn about holly at our “Plants of the Winter Solstice” program on December 20 from 4-6pm.
Hidden Gems at the Zucker Herb Collection: Hydrangeas and Daylillies
The Zucker Herb Garden is a lesser known but beautiful garden in the F. R. Newman Arboretum. Come see its beautiful blooms right now!