Arbor Vitae Winter 2022: An update for nature lovers!
Ginkgo Guides Greeted Thousands Who Visited Blandy's "Celebri-Trees" This Fall
Blandy's popular ginkgo trees drew thousands of enthusiastic visitors to the Ginkgo Grove during the "peak" weeks this fall. Ariel Firebaugh, Director of Scientific Engagement, writes about the coordinated efforts of faculty, staff and volunteers to keep the area safe and accessible to the public.Read more.
Photo Credit: Joshua Taylor
Reforestation Project Step Three:
Reclaiming the Land With Native Trees
Volunteers from Navy Federal Credit Union in Winchester help with the reforestation project.
Jack Monsted, Arboretum Assistant Curator, Native Plant Trail, gives an update on the reforestation efforts to replace invasive shrubs with native trees on a 2.5-acre overgrown area along Loop Road. Read more.
Four Tips to Keep Your Houseplants Healthy and Happy
Carrie Whitacre, Assistant Curator, Herbaceous Gardens, shares four simple tips to help you keep your houseplants alive this winter. Read more.
Local School Students Investigate the Outdoors at Blandy
Emily Ford, Lead Environmental Educator, writes about some of the creative ways Blandy's Education team provided outdoor classroom lessons to more than 2,000 pre-kindergarten to 12th grade students at Blandy this fall. Read More.
The Slave Dwelling Project Visits Blandy
In November, Blandy hosted a panel discussion with visitors from The Slave Dwelling Project about the daily lives of the enslaved people of the Shenandoah Valley and the visible legacy of slavery on Blandy’s grounds. To watch the entire discussion, visit Blandy's Youtube page.
Celebrating the Gloriously Golden Ginkgoes
at GinkgoFest 2022
See You Next Year! Holiday Workshops A Blandy Tradition in December
The annual Holiday Workshops were a success! Participants had a fun time using natural materials, most gathered from Blandy's grounds, to make one-of-a-kind wreaths. Visit Blandy's Facebook page to see more photos.
Coming Up in 2023:
Garden Fair is Back at Blandy!
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