The official “First Day of Spring” was this past Tuesday, March 19. Also known as the Vernal Equinox, it is the astronomical beginning of the spring season in the Northern Hemisphere. This year, spring blooms are a couple of weeks early, at least in the Greater Boston area. The lack of freezing winter weather is … Continue reading Welcome Spring Hellebore Blooms!
Houseplants definitely belong in our homes. They are ornamental plants adapted for growing indoors and are sometimes called pot or potted plants. The most common are exotic plants native to warm, frost-free parts of the world. According to a 1989 NASA study, houseplants can help improve air quality by removing cancer-causing chemicals like formaldehyde and … Continue reading The Benefits of Houseplants
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, celebrates the return of spring with its 48th Annual “Art in Bloom” celebration of art and flowers. Friday, April 26 – Sunday, April 28 For more than four decades, the popular event has paired art from the MFA’s collection—from ancient to contemporary—with floral interpretations created by New England-area garden … Continue reading “Art in Bloom” Celebration of Art and Flowers
The 48th Annual Gardeners’ Gathering brings Boston-area growers of all kinds together for a free day full of informative workshops, engaging exhibitors, networking, and inspiration. Saturday, March 16, 2024. Free and open to all. Location: Northeastern University, Shillman Hall Celebrate the start of the gardening season! The 48th Annual Gardeners’ Gathering brings Boston-area growers of … Continue reading 48th Annual Gardeners’ Gathering
On Wednesdays, January 31, February 28, March 20, April 24, and May 29 – Local artist Beth Adoette is coming to Blithewold to share her unique practice of partnering with nature in a monthly workshop series. This workshop offers people the opportunity to unplug and be in the moment while exploring beautiful nature objects. Allow your … Continue reading Nature Mandala Series at Blithewold
