Inside The New York Botanical Garden
Native Plant Garden
Posted in Photography on June 2 2015, by Patricia Gonzalez
Patricia Gonzalez is an NYBG Visitor Services Attendant and avid wildlife photographer.
I shot this photo in the wetlands of the Native Plant Garden on April 12 of this year. It’s great that these wetlands are attracting all manner of wildlife, including this mallard drake.
Shortly before the Native Plant Garden opened to the public, my department was given a tour. That’s where we learned that when mallards and other ducks fly into the water for a swim, they also carry in fish eggs that have stuck to their feet during visits to other bodies of water. How cool is that? The fish eggs hatch and populate the new location, and the circle of life continues.
Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) – Photo by Patricia Gonzalez
Posted in Programs and Events on April 27 2015, by Lansing Moore
This Saturday & Sunday is the first of this year’s Spring Weekends at NYBG. Come kick off a new season of fun with the Native Plant Garden Wine Weekend on May 2 & 3—two days of tastings, tours, and live music in the most beautiful spring atmosphere New York has to offer! Purchase a souvenir wine glass to begin your journey through a flight of palate-pleasing wines from the top wine tours in New York State and beyond. Read on for details!
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Posted in Photography on January 21 2015, by Matt Newman
Divided by glacial movement ages and ages ago, Split Rock is one of the defining features of the Native Plant Garden. I’d say it was the collection’s beauty mark, but there are just too many of those in there to elect one.
Split Rock in the Native Plant Garden – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Posted in Photography on January 20 2015, by Matt Newman
Look for hints of amber in the Native Plant Garden, where exfoliating trees create unique winter colors and textures.
In the Native Plant Garden
Posted in Photography on January 16 2015, by Matt Newman
Waving grasses in the Native Plant Garden – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Posted in What's Beautiful Now on December 29 2014, by Lansing Moore
The weather outside is certainly not frightful, and the Garden is simply delightful! On this crystal clear winter day, the bright sun highlights the intricate architecture of the tree branches. Snow may have its charms, but nothing beats a brisk walk under a blue sky. Even as the Holiday Train Show reaches its busiest season, there remains plenty to see in the fresh air beyond the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. Take advantage of this clear weather to plan a festive outing. Explore our calendar of tours and other ways to enjoy the outdoors at NYBG.
Follow this slideshow on a tour through the Garden grounds—including the Native Plant Garden and the Thain Family Forest—to see all there is to admire on a winter’s day. The way the light illuminates the grass, sparkles on the water, and brightens up the forest is sure to give you a sunny outlook for the coming New Year!
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Posted in Photography on December 23 2014, by Lansing Moore
After the longest night of the year this past weekend, here’s a little reminder that it is always darkest just before the dawn.
Near the Native Plant Garden – Photo by Patricia Gonzalez
Posted in Photography on November 8 2014, by Lansing Moore
The Reflecting Pool in the Native Plant Garden can offer an entirely vantage point from which to admire the fall foliage.
In the Native Plant Garden – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Posted in Photography on November 7 2014, by Lansing Moore
The clouds have parted and left us a beautifully crisp blue sky for the next of our Fall Forest Weekends!
Split Rock in the Native Plant Garden – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
Posted in Photography on November 3 2014, by Lansing Moore
Right now is the best part of fall to enjoy a brisk walk along our pathways.
At the Native Plant Garden – Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen
