Cultural Connection

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, […]

Cultural Connection

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.

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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!

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Blooming Foxgloves and Castor Bean Plant at the Robinson York State Herb Garden

Come view the towering foxgloves and ancient castor bean plants and appreciate their immense biocultural value at the Robinson York State Herb Garden.

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White Dogwoods Flowering in Comstock Knoll

Come visit the Cornell Botanic Gardens to view the lush, white dogwoods that have flowered at the Comstock Knoll.

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Legends and Lore of Iris and Peony

The iris and the peony have been grown since ancient times for their beauty, medicinal properties, and powerful symbolism.

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Spring Spotlight: Cornelian Cherry

The cornelian cherry tree is a main attraction in our Groundcover Collection and is one of the first plants to bloom in early spring.