Daily Archives: August 26, 2024

Saturday, September 7, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Native Wildflower Identification

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How can you tell different goldenrods apart? How can you use shape and scent to identify a plant? And what exactly is that aster in your backyard? Join Arnold Arboretum Horticulturist Brendan Keegan for a Native Wildflower Identification class to answer these questions and more, and find out which ones to plant in your garden along the way. This program takes place at the pollinator meadow at Weld Hill, a haven for native wildflowers at the Arboretum. The program is on Saturday, September 7 at 2 pm. Register at https://arboretum.harvard.edu/events/

Tuesday, September 10, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Eastern – Wings, Webs, & Wonders: Milkweeds & Monarch Migration, Online

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Embark on a captivating journey into the enchanting world of Monarch Butterflies, a fascinating delight to see in flight or alighting on a warm summer day. Uncover the extraordinary bond Monarchs share with their habitat, particularly native milkweed plants which are essential to their life cycle and survival. Delve into the saga of their epic migration, one of nature’s greatest marvels, and learn how protecting milkweed habitats is crucial in safeguarding the future of these magnificent butterflies and their habitats. This Massachusetts Audubon Society online session takes place September 10 at 7 pm, and is $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers. Register at www.massaudubon.org