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Cultural Connection

Narcissus: A global symbol of spring, renewal, and resilience

People across cultures through the ages have been attracted to this springtime beauty, which has come to embody hope, resilience, and renewal.

Update

The F.R. Newman Arboretum opens April 11

The gates are now open from dawn to dusk.

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Winter melts into Spring

The transitions between seasons are among the most magical at Cornell Botanic Gardens.

Cultural Connection

Which plant is the real shamrock?

The shamrock has been a familiar symbol of Irish culture for hundreds of years, but do you know which plant is the real shamrock?

Moments of Connection

Plant Discovery through Science Connections

Team members create successful community outreach event at Sciencenter.

Cultural Connection

Lucky Plants for the Lunar New Year

Get to know some of the plants that convey symbolic meaning during Chinese New Year celebrations.

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Nature’s promise through the seasons

As the gardens, arboretum, and natural areas enter their winter slumber, we reflect on the […]

Cultural Connection

Acknowledging our inseparable connection to nature

Over thousands of years, Indigenous Peoples developed knowledge and practices to live in balance with the living world.