Art of the Garden

The New York Botanical Garden unveils its Holiday Train Show magic with new landmarks made from Plant parts and Holiday Train Nights

Incorporating black plants into your garden design can add a sophisticated and dramatic flair, especially during the Halloween season. Plants such as black mondo grass, black calla lilies, and 'Black Prince' coleus offer deep hues that create a striking contrast against lighter foliage. These dark-toned plants not only enhance the spooky ambiance but also bring an unexpected elegance to your garden displays.

How to cultivate a sense of awe and wonder by experiencing nature and watching inspiring people. Interest in moral beauty, curiosity, nurtures Awe and wonder .

Tips for designing a glamorous, beautiful, all-season garden using native plants that will benefit pollinators and the environment.

Dive into the NYBG's "Wonderland: Curious Nature" exhibition, a Victorians-inspired journey through enchanting garden displays, blending art, culture, and nature with whimsical characters from Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.

Delve into the splendor of the Met Gala, themed "The Garden of Time," where fashion intertwines with literary inspiration, showcasing centuries of garments that reflect nature's ephemeral beauty, set against the backdrop of New York's grand fundraising tradition.

Dive into Earth Day 2024 with a focus on combating plastic pollution, featuring tips and insights on reducing plastic use to preserve our planet's ecosystems and improve overall environmental health.

The 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show has announced its winners, celebrating outstanding garden and floral designs that set this year's style trends. Apiary Studio and ARRANGE Floral & Event Design took home top honors for their innovative and beautiful exhibits. For more details on all the winners and their exceptional displays, visit the show's official website.

Step into a floral fantasy at the PHS Flower Show, where the 'United by Flowers' theme weaves together vibrant garden displays and interactive floral arrangements, showcasing the creativity and community spirit of the world's top horticulturalists.

Experience the fusion of horticulture and haute couture at the NYBG Orchid Show, showcasing a dazzling 'Florals in Fashion' exhibition where orchids and fashion merge to create a captivating runway spectacle.

Discover seven innovative ways to adapt your garden to a changing environment, as outlined by horticultural futurist Thomas Rainier, focusing on sustainable and ecological landscape designs for modern challenges.

Get a first look at the 2024 PHS Philadelphia Flower & Garden Show, ‘United by Flowers,’ offering a spectacular lineup of exhibitors, innovative garden designs, and community-building events designed to celebrate and advance our collective appreciation of horticulture.

Explore the emerging world of garden AI with this enlightening post that introduces smart technology as a tool to enhance your gardening experience, offering innovative ways to manage, plan, and improve garden care through advanced, AI-powered solutions.

Get a sneak peek at the New York Botanical Garden's 32nd annual Holiday Train Show, featuring intricate model trains, botanical replicas of New York landmarks, and a new outdoor woodland display, along with the dazzling GLOW light experience and special Bar Car Nights.

Discover ten elegant black plants perfect for adding mystery and drama to your garden, from the striking Dracula Orchid to Black Pearl peppers, ideal for creating spooky Halloween displays or sophisticated year-round design.

Explore how inventor Alice Chun created the innovative SolarPuff™, a portable solar light designed to provide illumination for children and families in need, while promoting sustainability and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

Tackle your autumn garden to-do list with essential tasks like cutting back on debris, planting spring bulbs, and embracing the beauty of seasonal changes while preparing for winter to ensure a vibrant garden for the next growing season.

Join The New York Botanical Garden for its Climate Week 2023 Symposium, 'Cultivating Resilience,' on September 21, featuring keynote speaker Laura J. Martin and a panel of experts discussing ecological restoration and its role in enhancing resilience amid climate change.

Discover how to order, grow, and harvest organic garlic, including tips on selecting the best varieties for planting, effective cultivation methods, and a special recipe featuring garlic from one of New York's top chefs.

Create a whimsical Barbie Dream Garden filled with vibrant pink plants like Pink Muhly Grass, Echinacea, and Cosmos, while incorporating fun elements like a pink fountain and a slide, all inspired by the colorful world of Barbie to celebrate creativity and joy in gardening.

The impact of climate change on plant and animal behaviors, noting that unseasonably warm winters can lead to early blooming and increased pest activity, thereby disrupting traditional gardening schedules.

Transforming a garden to be more sustainable and low-maintenance in response to climate change. The redesign includes reducing the size of the edible garden, introducing a Vegepod for protected cultivation, and selecting native and Mediterranean plants that require minimal water. The use of corten steel borders and crushed sea shells for pathways adds aesthetic appeal while supporting sustainability.

Discover how cultivating a garden lifestyle enhances your homegrown meals, boosts sustainability, and brings beauty to your outdoor spaces.

Celebrate Earth Day with sustainable gardening tips, eco-friendly practices, and ideas to honor and protect the planet.

Discover the highlights of the Philadelphia Flower Show, featuring stunning floral displays, innovative garden designs, and creative inspiration.