Morning Eye Candy: Leopard Spots and Dew Drops
Posted in Photography on September 18 2014, by Lansing Moore
Peruvian lily is a real show-off.
Alstroemeria ‘Casablanca’ in the Ladies’ Border – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Inside The New York Botanical Garden
Archive: September 2014
This Week at the Greenmarket: Apples in the Big Apple
Posted in Programs and Events on September 17 2014, by Lansing Moore
The Greenmarket is back today, with fresh produce each week throughout the fall season. Today’s breakout star is certainly the apples, perhaps New York State’s most popular produce. Pick up the freshest local apples today while the Greenmarket is open until 3 p.m. To get you motivated, we have a a delicious fall recipe so sweet and delicious you will forget all about the words “pumpkin spice”—apple fritter rings! Read on for the recipe, because you have to see it to believe it.
Plenty of other seasonal fruits and vegetables are also available at today’s Greenmarket, as well as some fresh baked goods from our local vendors. GrowNYC has a handy chart of what’s in season that will come in handy as fall progresses. The Greenmarket will continue coming to the Garden every Wednesday until November 26, so come enjoy the crisp weather and pick up some healthy treats!
Morning Eye Candy: Fall Perennials
Posted in Photography on September 17 2014, by Lansing Moore
This aptly-named New England aster ‘September Ruby’ lends an accent of fuschia to the Garden’s warm autumn hues.
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae ‘Septemberrubin’ in Seasonal Walk – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
The Right Roses for Our Region
Posted in Horticulture on September 16 2014, by Sonia Uyterhoeven
Sonia Uyterhoeven is NYBG‘s Gardener for Public Education.
In September, our roses always look resplendent. We have a special fundraising party that takes place in the Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden so it looks colorful and immaculate during a time when many other areas in the garden are winding down for the season.
I often have people stop and talk to me about roses when I am down working in the garden on the weekends. Black spot and Japanese beetles are always topics of conversation. Sometimes a visitor is searching for a specific rose—one from childhood or something they have heard about in a story. More often than not, people are interested in good recommendations. With over 600 different varieties of roses, the Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden is an ideal place for the gardener to go window shopping.
Morning Eye Candy: How to Train Your Dragonfly
Posted in Photography on September 16 2014, by Lansing Moore
Dragonfly in the Home Gardening Center – Photo by Patricia Gonzalez
Jump Into Fall at the Harvest Festival & Family Garden Picnic!
Posted in Programs and Events on September 15 2014, by Lansing Moore
Kick off thew new season and support the Edible Academy with food, live music, beer and wine talks, and even a live cooking demonstration with the one and only Chef Mario Batali!
On September 27 and 28 the Garden will host autumnal activities for the whole family at the Harvest Festival. Unwind with two full days of live music from such hit acts as Miss Tess and the Talkbacks, and Roosevelt Dime. Peruse the samples and offerings available for purchase at our Harvest Market, including live talks from featured purveyors. The Ruth Rea Howell Family Garden will host cooking demonstrations and family activities where kids can learn about the importance of pollinators. Read on for the details on Mario Batali’s special appearance!
Morning Eye Candy: Lean and Green
Posted in Photography on September 15 2014, by Lansing Moore
Before the Garden is ablaze with autumn foliage, we have a few more days to enjoy the lush greenery of summer.
In the Oak Collection – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Morning Eye Candy: Any Warm Hue Will Do
Posted in Photography on September 14 2014, by Matt Newman
It may be known as the “red-coned cycad,” but this Conservatory star is occasionally fond of orange, too.
Red-coned cycad (Encephalartos ferox) in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Morning Eye Candy: Eager
Posted in Photography on September 13 2014, by Matt Newman
While the Home Gardening Center won’t see its crops plucked for the Harvest Festival, it’s certainly looking like it wants to be included.
Vegetables in the Home Gardening Center – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
This Weekend: Tours and More
Posted in Programs and Events on September 12 2014, by Lansing Moore
It’s another gorgeous September in New York! Come enjoy the Garden as late summer blissfully transitions into autumn. This weekend features a full roster of tours covering all facets of the Garden grounds. Prepare for your visit by exploring What’s Beautiful Now, and keep an eye out on grounds for the exciting installations that are part of our new Curator’s Spotlight series.
Unfortunately, our two remaining Family Dinners with Mario Batali’s Chefs are sold out—but tickets are still available to see Mario Batali himself lead an exclusive cooking demonstration at the Edible Academy Family Picnic on September 28! Click through to learn more about this special benefit event, and this weekend’s full programming schedule.