A hummingbird feeder provides nectar for bees, honeybees, wasps, hornets and on occasion, even some ants. The garden pollinators are welcomed, as most of the precious hummers have already left for Mexico or Central America for the winter. The majority of bees and wasps will hibernate during the winter. Honeybees, however, don’t go dormant and … Continue reading Nectar For Our Other Friends
As the summer season winds down, we see that our gardens are full of plants that have self-seeded like never before. However, not all are bad, and one standout is the Shiso (Perilla frutescens). An annual Japanese herb from the mint family, ours are red/purple/green in color. They add lots of interest to the garden … Continue reading Shiso – A Summer Garden Standout
Join Blithewold on the last Tuesday of each month from September through May for fun (and educational) hands-on learning! This year we will offer programs in Science, History, and Art. https://www.blithewold.org/event/blithewold-homeschool-day/ The programs are designed for Ages 8 – 13 Class size is limited to 15. Reservations are required. September 26, 2023: Bird Identification October … Continue reading Homeschool Days at Blithewold
Saturday, September 30, 2023 – In collaboration with the Waltham Garden Club, Gore Place is very pleased to announce the return of its annual flower show. This is a rare opportunity to experience the spectacular 1806 Gore Mansion filled with classical and contemporary floral designs displayed throughout the 12 first-floor rooms. House in Bloom – … Continue reading Gore Place House in Bloom & Handmade for the Holidays
On Thursday, September 28, 2023 – Join us and learn to appreciate the medicinal and edible uses of plants, both those grown intentionally and those sprouting up in the wild of their own accord. During this adult-only leisurely walk, medicinal herbalist Alex Klein will share how to focus on identifying wild food and medicine in … Continue reading Wild Medicinals Foraging Workshop at Chestnut Hill Farm
