Art, stories, and tours celebrate plants and the Black experience
Cornell Botanic Gardens’ exhibition “Seeds of Survival and Celebration: Plants and the Black Experience” honors […]
Indigo: plant of culture and color
The story of indigo shares the skill and resilience of enslaved Africans and their descendants.
Sustainable gravel garden comes to campus
A new garden saves water, promotes sustainability, and increases biodiversity, especially among pollinator insects.
Spring blooms embody hope and new beginnings
Many plants that bloom in spring have come to signify hope, rebirth, and renewal.
May Magic and Majesty
Soar gently above Comstock Knoll and enjoy over 150 types of rhododendrons and azaleas blooming.
Verdant Views: Global Climate Stories, 2024
Stories of the challenges and choices Cornell students face in their home countries, and actions being taken in response to the global climate crisis.
The Wonder of Native Pollinator Plants
Krissy Boys, native plant specialist, talks about using native plants to nurture pollinator insects and wildlife.
Four ways to welcome native bees
Zaidee Powers Rosales, integrated pest management specialist at Cornell Botanic Gardens, shares the joys of native bees and four easy ways to make outdoor areas welcoming to them.
For the Love of Chocolate
Have you thought about when and why chocolate became part of Valentine’s Day traditions?