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Natural Area
Walk Through Wetlands
View a birds-eye view of Purvis Road Wetlands, natural area best experienced from the Dryden Rail Trail.
Garden
A Hardworking Garden
This garden is one of the most ecologically valuable, biodiverse, and aesthetically pleasing bioswale gardens on campus and perhaps in North America.
Tour
Take your friends, and take your time
Inspired by the universally loved “161 Things Every Cornellian Should Do” list, two summer interns
Garden
Pickling for a better world
An old-fashioned craft offers a modern solution for reducing climate impact—pickling. In this video, Bobbie
Cultural Connection
Hydrangeas: Stars of late summer
While undeniably beautiful, the symbolic meaning of hydrangea varies considerably among different cultures.
Video
A “Walk” in the Garden: A Virtual Visit for the LGBTQ+ Community
Unwind and experience nature virtually, and learn more about Cornell Botanic Gardens in this pre-recorded webinar for LGBTQ+ community.
Garden
Step into the shade
Sonja Skelly, director of education and communications, shares her love of the Groundcover Collection, and introduces some of her favorite plants within it.
Garden
The magic and wonder of herbs
Wander among the magical plants of the Robison Herb Garden through a digital collection and discover their beauty and significance.