Ready to start planning your edible landscape? February is the month to begin your garden and start seeds of cool season vegetable plants indoors. Come to Bernheim this Saturday, February 18 for two informative and interactive Smart Gardens & Landscapes workshops. Begin the day by joining Nursery Manager, Renée Hutchison from 10 a.m. – Noon, for a workshop, Planning Your […]
Hollies for the Holidays
Of the many plants associated with the holiday season, the Holly has perhaps the oldest history of any other decorative evergreen. The use of holly in holiday tradition dates back to the Greeks and Romans, who adorned their homes with wreaths and garland made from holly boughs. This tradition was thought to predict the outcome of the […]
Invasive Trees Removed from the Arboretum
As we research our tree collections, we are continually discovering which species perform best in our region. We also have the opportunity to identify those which have become problematic in our area. If you’ve visited recently, you may have noticed several trees missing from plantings directly opposite the Sun and Shade Trail. Bernheim is currently working to replace […]
Have you ever spotted a Witches' Broom?
Witches’ Broom is a term commonly used for any tight cluster of abnormal branching or twiggy growth within a tree or shrub. Caused by factors including fungus, bacteria, or insect damage, they may appear in evergreen and deciduous trees alike. These odd growths have become popular among plant enthusiasts, who propagate them through a process called grafting to create new […]
The Bugs of Bernheim: Cicada Killers
Cicada Killers: who’s listening? On hot summer days, the air is filled with the sound of cicadas. The male’s mating call is a loud series of beats and clicks strung together to make one long, continuous undulating song. While preoccupied with finding love, the cicada has inadvertently captured the attention of another female insect who […]