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The Influential Black Herbalists Who Inspire Practitioners Today
The stories of Harriet Tubman, Doctor Caesar, and Emma Dupree remind us that herbal knowledge has always been part of the Black experience.
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Shalene Jha on Community Gardens as Biodiversity Havens
We spoke with Dr. Shalene Jha, associate professor in the department of integrative biology at the University of Texas-Austin, about urban habitats, “bee bread,” and gardening toward a better future.
By Ellie Shechet -
How to Identify Plants Without an App
Part of the fun in learning about the plant world is experiencing it with your own eyes.
By Jesse Brody -
A Closer Look at the Monkey Puzzle Tree
Araucaria araucana is “like a mother,” says researcher Karina Speziale. “They feed the community. Many, many animals and humans depend on it.”
By Ellie Shechet -
Celebrating Caribbean Trees
People might think of plants as being removed from politics. “But they come with a lot of history,” says Chelsea Forgenie, co-curator of the exhibit Trees of Little Caribbean.
By Ellie Shechet -
Weed of the Month: Fleabane
This daisy-like native wildflower is in bloom now. Look closely and you'll see its flower heads are made up of many smaller flowers.
By Saara Nafici -
All Eyes on the Redbud, and Other Trees in Bloom
This Arbor Day, take a moment to notice your local trees’ spring blooms.
By BBG Staff -
Return of the Tulips
Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s iconic spring display of tulips is back in the Annual Border after a three-year absence.
By BBG Staff -
This Earth Day, Consider the Compost Pile
Wondering how you should celebrate Earth Day? Take a moment to brush up on your composting know-how.
By Teddy Tedesco -
How to Plant Bare Root Roses (Video)
Watch gardener Will Wallace plant bare root roses in the Cranford Rose Garden.
By Michael Stewart