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The Lilies of the Monocot Border
There’s always something blooming at BBG, and the past two weeks have been the Monocot Border’s time to shine.
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Repotting the Tiger Orchid
On June 28, Aquatic House curator Dave Horak and members of the Horticulture staff repotted BBG’s Grammatophyllum speciosum, commonly known as the tiger orchid.
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Curating a Rose Garden
Read Marie Viljoen's article for AOL’s shelterpop about the Cranford Rose Garden and its curator Sarah Owens.
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BBG’s New Herb Garden Is Open!
After two years of construction, BBG’s new Herb Garden opened to the public the first week of June.
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The Centennial Annual Border Display
In honor of BBG’s centennial, Cayleb Long developed displays for the Annual Border inspired by plants and design styles popular at the time of BBG’s inception in 1910.
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Rose Highlights of BBG
With more than 5,000 rosebushes of nearly 1,400 different species and varieties, the Cranford Rose Garden is home to one of largest and most diverse rose collections in the country. Below are five not-to-be missed highlights to look for on your visit. Chosen for their scent, color, and style, these are some of the best roses at BBG.
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Tulip Time
The tulips planted in the Annual Bed have begun to open and create a gorgeous and exotic color display in the Lily Pool Terrace.
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March is Magnolia Month!
It’s a beautiful day in the Judith D. Zuk Magnolia Plaza at BBG! Many of the trees are in bloom creating a space that smells as good as it looks.
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The BBG Orchid Collection
The BBG has long been known for its diverse and numerous orchid collection. With over 6,000 plants and growing, visitors can often see a wide variety of blooming flowers even at the height of winter.
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Cranford Rose Garden (Video)
Witness three days in June at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden's Cranford Rose Garden.
By BBG Staff
