The New York Botanical Garden’s Holiday Train Show® Returns for Its 33rd Year of Enchanting Model Train Displays and Cherished Seasonal Traditions
The New York Botanical Garden unveils its Holiday Train Show magic with new landmarks made from Plant parts and Holiday Train Nights
Black is the New Green ~ How to Create Dramatic, Spooky Halloween Displays with Black Plants
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 Awe & Wonder With Experience, Curiosity, & Inspiration
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 .
Fall into Natives for an Autumn Garden Tour
Tips for designing a glamorous, beautiful, all-season garden using native plants that will benefit pollinators and the environment.
Nature Inspires Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion at the Met ~ Closing Soon
Explore the latest innovations in fashion at the Met Museum's "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" exhibit, a sensory feast that reconnects attendees with the tactile, visual, and olfactory experiences of historical garments through advanced, multi-sensory technologies.
How To Do Slow Gardening
Embrace the slow rhythms of summer gardening with this insightful guide on nurturing your garden during the dog days. Discover practical tips for weeding, watering, and harvesting, along with philosophical musings on embracing the wabi-sabi beauty of nature's imperfections and using this reflective period to prepare for the vibrant seasons ahead.
Shadow Art: Shade Garden Design Ideas and Inspiration
Explore shadow garden art design through the interplay of light and darkness, crafting unique silhouettes and patterns that transform outdoor spaces. This guide offers tips on plant selection and garden planning to enhance the ephemeral beauty of shade gardens, perfect for city or expansive woodland settings.
Don’t Be Like the White Rabbit: Late for this Very Important Date ~ NYBG Premieres "Wonderland: Curious Nature," May 18th: Sneak Preview Here!
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.
The Met Gala Celebrates Fashion Art Inspired by The Garden of Time ~ What to Watch on the Red Carpet
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.
Celebrate Earth Day 2024 With Ideas & Actions to Choose Our Planet vs. Plastics
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.
Winners Announced Today for 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show “United by Flowers”
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.
PHS Flower Show Preview: United By Flowers is A Floral Fantasy!
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.
Florals in Fashion: Orchids Dazzle Fleek Fashion Runway at NYBG Orchid Show
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.
How Can Your Garden Adapt to a Changing Environment? 7+ Ways to Manage Horticultural Futurism According to Thomas Rainier
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.
First Glimpse of the Exciting, Must-See 2024 PHS Philadelphia Flower & Garden Show, “United by Flowers”
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.
Garden Avatar? Garden Fairy? AI is Coming to Your Garden. See What Smart Technology Can Do
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.
Sneak Peek: New York Botanical Garden’s Holiday Train Show® Brings Back the GLOW & Magic: How to Plan Your Visit
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.
Black is the New Green: 10 Black Plants to Create Dramatic, Spooky Halloween Displays
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.
Light is Healing Hope & Joy: Learn How this Mother Invented a Solar Light, Helping Children and Their Families
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.
How to Tackle Your Autumn Garden To-Do List ~ Seasonal Tasks & Celebrations
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.