Daily Archives: March 22, 2011

Tuesday, March 29, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm – Vernal Pools: Ecology and Design Considerations

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Elizabeth Colburn, Ph.D., Aquatic Ecologist with the Harvard Forest, Harvard University, will give an illustrated presentation at the Hunnewell Building at the Arnold Arboretum on Tuesday, March 29, from 1:30 – 3:30. Betsy will speak about the natural history and ecology of New England vernal pools in the context of ecological landscaping. Topics will include the origins and annual cycles of vernal pools; life histories of common pool animals; year-round habitat needs of pool inhabitants; linkages among vernal pools, adjacent uplands, and other water bodies; factors affecting water quality and hydrology; plants associated with vernal pools; and strategies for avoiding damage to vernal pool ecosystems within managed landscapes.  Fee $20 Ecological Landscaping Association and Arnold Arboretum members, $25 nonmember.

Co-sponsored by the Ecological Landscaping Association and the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University.  Register online at https://my.arboretum.harvard.edu or by phone at 617-384-5277.

Tuesday, April 19 – Thursday, April 21, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm – Going Underground: Bulbs and Roots

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Award winning botanical artist/illustrator Elaine Searle from England joins the Wellesley College Friends of Horticulture to share her approach to this often overlooked subject, Bulbs and Roots.  Starting with close observation and tonal graphite drawings, students will work towards a finished watercolor study capturing tangled and fragile roots, translucent colors, and the wonderful papery texture of bulbs.  Elaine has a relaxed and supportive teaching style, which along with her demonstrations and individual guidance will enable students of all levels to make good progress.  Some drawing and watercolor experience is required.  The class will take place at the Wellesley College Botanic Garden on Tuesday, April 19 – Thursday, April 21, from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm, and the WCFH member price is $495, non members $595.  To register, or for more infomation, call 781-283-3094, ext. 4, or email horticulture@wellesley.edu.  Below is Mary Grierson’s painting Colocasia Esculenta.