Daily Archives: May 31, 2018

Thursday, June 7, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm – Gardening for Us and Them: How Native Plants Can Feed Both Pollinators and Humans

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People typically begin to create gardens for aesthetic reasons. However, many soon find that they want more than simple beauty and look to incorporate plants that contribute on multiple levels. On Thursday, June 7 at 7 pm in the Hunnewell Building of the Arnold Arboretum, Dan Jaffe will address a current trend (one that we hope is lasting) for gardening with pollinator-friendly and edible plants. He’ll explain which flower shapes and colors attract insects, which edibles are more resistant to diseases and pests, and how to provide for pollinators across the growing season. Armed with a bit of knowledge and a selection of low-maintenance native plants, you can create a multi-tasking garden that nourishes the needs of both humans and pollinators. Dan’s book with co-author Mark Richardson, Native Plants for New England Gardens, will be available for purchase and signing. Fee is Free for Arboretum members; $10 nonmember. Register at http://my.arboretum.harvard.edu or call 617-384-5277.

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Friday, June 15 – Sunday, June 17, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Secret Garden Tours of Newport

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Take a self-guided walking tour of private gardens in historic Newport, Rhode Island on June 15, 16, and 17 from 10 – 5. Tickets are now available for the 2018 Spring tours. Tickets may be purchased for $25 on the day of the tour or $20 in advance. Proceeds support arts and cultural programs for Aquidneck Island public schools.

To Purchase Ticket(s) on the Day of the Tour: Tickets may be purchased for $25 at the Newport Visitors’ Center at 23 America’s Cup Avenue (cash or credit card), or at the main ticket office under the tent in Storer Park at 32 Washington Street  (cash and personal check accepted).

To Purchase Ticket(s) in Advance: You may purchase tickets in advance by calling (401) 439-7253 or by clicking on the “Purchase Ticket” buttons at http://www.secretgardentours.org/calendar.htm to order securely online. Tickets will be held for you at the tent in Storer Park in June, and can be picked up during tour hours.

When You Arrive: Check in at the ticket office desk at 32 Washington Street and you will be given a program with a map and directions to each of the gardens. Your ticket will be honored for the purchaser on any or all days of the tour, allowing for inclement weather, schedule conflicts, or just a late start.