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Posted in Wildlife on October 26 2016, by Patricia Gonzalez
Patricia Gonzalez is an NYBG Visitor Services Attendant and avid wildlife photographer.
I was visiting the Garden on my day off and decided to check out the Native Plant Garden, which is now a major wildlife hotspot. I had just walked in when I noticed this large common snapping turtle getting a suntan. I wanted to move in closer and found a perfect spot. Unfortunately, the wind kept blowing the flowers between me and my new friend, making it very hard to keep him in focus.
I dared not move in any closer, which would have resulted in the snapper dropping into the water. I just kept on shooting for about two minutes until I got an opening. He was later joined by a red-eared slider. They were soon sharing the deck, making for a very interesting video.
A common snapping turtle (Chelydra serpentina) in the Native Plant Garden – Photo by Patricia Gonzalez
Posted in Photography on December 21 2015, by Matt Newman
Brunfelsia grandiflora in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Posted in Photography on December 19 2015, by Matt Newman
‘Harvest Gold’ takes its cue from Midas for a spray of late fall color.
Malus ‘Harvest Gold’ in the Crabapple Collection – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Posted in Photography on December 16 2015, by Matt Newman
Pinks and purples join the traditional snow-white of December in this oddly warm stretch of late fall.
Nicotiana ‘Mutabilis’ along the Ladies’ Border – Photo by Amy Weiss
Posted in Photography on December 15 2015, by Matt Newman
Throughout this year’s run of the Holiday Train Show, look for kid-friendly activities in our Adventure Garden, where Evergreen Express invites little ones to get hands-on with train puppets, scented sachet crafting stations, and more.
Evergreen Express in the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Posted in Around the Garden on December 11 2015, by Vilina Phan
The Holiday Train Show is in full swing with plenty of activities to get you in the holiday spirit—and with the thermometer nearing 60 degrees, there aren’t many excuses to stay inside! Better yet, we will be open this Monday as well as the following two Mondays—perfect for when the kids start their vacation or when visiting family members come to town.
Kids and the young at heart will delight in the scaled models of classic New York landmarks, built entirely of bark, twigs, seeds, and other natural materials, while seeing G-scale trains zip between these works of art is a special treat. And this weekend features a holiday a cappella group singing your favorite carols; a live poetry reading with former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins on Saturday, featuring works including those on display at the Leon Levy Visitor Center and Perennial Garden Way; and the first installment of the Winter Harmonies Concert Series on Sunday, featuring Le Train Bleu and acclaimed flutist and music director Ransom Wilson.
Come see why a winter visit to the Garden has become one of New York’s favorite holiday traditions. Grab your tickets today!
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Posted in Holiday Train Show on December 10 2015, by Matt Newman
Peak days are near at the Holiday Train Show, with our most popular dates running December 21–31. Get your tickets for preferred times while they’re still available!
The Holiday Train Show in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Posted in Photography on December 8 2015, by Matt Newman
The leaves of the orchids in the Nolen Greenhouses see a warm and misty morning while the temperature drops outside.
Orchids in the Nolen Greenhouses for Living Collections – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Posted in People on December 7 2015, by Matt Newman
Congratulations to Maritza and Angelica on their engagement, which took place during last Friday’s Bar Car Night event at the Holiday Train Show! There were smiles all around when the question was popped, and we couldn’t be happier for them.
Maritza & Angelica in the Haupt Conservatory
Posted in Photography on December 3 2015, by Matt Newman
Senecio ballyi in the Nolen Greenhouses for Living Collections – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
