Plant Talk

The First Children’s Gardening Book—in Latin

Posted in History & People, Inside our Collections

The Mertz Library recently acquired a 1545 edition of a children’s book, De Re Hortensi Libellus. Originally published in 1535, it is thought to be ... Read More

Frasera caroliniensis: The Anticipation of an Impending Bloom

Posted in Inside our Collections, Plant Science

It was a rare plant alert, the absolute best category of communication. Read More

Erblichia’s a Flower, But Only So an Hour

Posted in Inside our Collections, What's Beautiful Now

If there isn’t a txt-speak acronym for “fear of missing out on a phenophase,” there ought to be one. Read More

Plants That Love You Back

Posted in Inside our Collections

Here at NYBG, we adore plants. Obviously. Having a strong affection for something has its benefits, but it’s even nicer when that feeling is requited. Read More

All Eyes on Ilex: Highlights from the Holly Collection

Posted in Inside our Collections

Ilex, the only genus in the family Aquifoliaceae, has a worldwide natural distribution, and is found on every continent but Antarctica. Read More

A Dinosaur Blooms in the Conservatory

Posted in Inside our Collections, Plant Science

Not only had this tall tropical tree never before flowered in Marc’s 20-year tenure at NYBG, but it had not had a recorded bloom since ... Read More

Backyard Botanizing

Posted in Plant Science

Being stuck at home doesn't mean you can't engage with nature. With phenology and Nature's Notebook, you can do it from your backyard—or even from ... Read More

#plantlove: Kristine Paulus, Plant Records Manager

Posted in History & People

As part of #plantlove at NYBG, we're talking with people from all over the Garden about what inspires their passion for plants. Today, meet Kristine ... Read More