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Dishing Dirt on BBG’s Horticulture Internship
I’d wanted to be a hort intern ever since I first heard about the position, but I definitely don’t remember “hauling logs” mentioned in the job description.
By James Rowell -
Behind the Scenes: Planting Bulbs
BBG staff dug 7,500 holes in the Garden last month. Why? To plant spring bulbs, of course.
By Sarah Schmidt -
Beautifully Photographed by BBG Visitors
When BBG’s staff was searching for themes for our 2012 calendar, we came up with an intriguing question: What would happen if we tapped into the amazing pool of talented photographers who document the Garden?
By Claire Hansen -
Tiger Orchid Becomes the Latest Media Darling
BBG's gigantic, rare tiger orchid continues to bloom—and captivate the press.
By Kate Blumm -
A Rare and Beautiful Event: Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Tiger Orchid Blooms
The 300-pound tiger orchid at Brooklyn Botanic Garden is now producing a magnificent display of yellow-and-brown-spotted blossoms.
By BBG Staff -
Fall Color for Bonsai
Viewing the bonsai in BBG’s C.V. Starr Bonsai Museum accentuates the feeling of fall.
By Julian Velasco -
Autumn in the Japanese Hill-and-Pond Garden
Momijigari is the Japanese tradition of autumn leaf viewing. Each fall in Japan, nature lovers visit gardens, parks, and natural areas to admire gorgeous leaf colors.
By Brian Funk -
Teen Apprentices Grow…and Grow
Visit an upcoming open house to learn about BBG’s Garden Apprentice Program. GAP teens learn about urban farming, science, and the environment while working in one of the most exciting public gardens in the world.
By BBG Staff -
A Snowy Surprise for Ghouls and Gourds
Last Saturday's strange snowstorm unfortunately coincided with our annual Halloween celebration, but—in true BBG style—the visitors, performers, and staff on hand didn't just head for the hills. Instead, we decamped to the Administration building, where the Xylofolks and Maracatu NY performed rousing sets that had everybody jumping!
By Kate Blumm -
A Harvest Reunion
This year's JB/PIs and their families return to the Children's Garden for a day of hard work, harvesting, and fun.
By Sara Epstein
