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Fall grasses on Libe Slope with a view of McGraw Hall.
Tour
Sustainability in Practice

Explore sustainability in practice in this narrated virtual tour of sites across Cornell Botanic Gardens and the Cornell campus.

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Blog
Kevin's Story!

Student and Public Engagement Coordinator Kevin Moss tells a heartwarming story stemming from his love for a past tree in the Botanic Gardens.

Video
Coppicing: Its History and Practice

Brandon George, graduate student , and Emily Pratt, horticulturist, discuss the history and uses of coppicing

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Elusive Blue: the Rarest of Flower Colors

Join graduate student Brandon George for an in-depth talk on the color blue, why it is so rare in the plant world, and some tips for displaying it in a garden.

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Statement on Racism, Violence, and Hope

Our only hope for resilience, and path to meet our need to adapt, grow, and flourish lies in the diversity of people, plants, and all living creatures.

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Cultural Connection
Rhododendron: Beyond its beautiful bloom

From mid-May to mid-June, a main attraction at Cornell Botanic Gardens is the Bowers Rhododendron

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Land Acknowledgement

Cornell University is located on the traditional homelands of the Gayogo̱hó꞉nǫ’ (the Cayuga Nation), members of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.

Heart shaped pile of dried leaves on a sidewalk
News
Announcing the launch of Garden Stories!

Cornell Botanic Gardens Garden Ambassadors are excited to announce the launch of Garden Stories! This project showcases experiences of Botanic Gardens enjoyers.

Verdant Views with host Kevin Moss cover photo for video
Video
Verdant Views: Global Climate Stories, 2021

In honor of Earth Day 2021, this special edition of Verdant Views featured Fellows in

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