Several interesting woody trees and shrub species form the Betulaceae family, which includes birches and their relatives, alders, hazelnuts, and hornbeams. Their wind-pollinated flowers, although inconspicuous, are very interesting, as is their method of seed dispersal. This New England Wild Flower Society course with Carol Govan provides an overview of what to look for when studying plant families. We will examine similarities and differences among genera and individual species, then head outdoors to explore members of this family in the Garden. The class will be held on Monday, October 23 from 10 – 2 at Garden in the Woods in Framingham. $53 for NEWFS members, $64 for nonmembers. Register at http://www.newfs.org/learn/our-programs/betulaceae-family
