Boston Flora

Tag: Arnoldia

  • Thursday, May 17, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Putting the Cone in Conifer

    Conifers are a diverse group of plants, but they have one thing in common: cones. On this Thursday, May 17 walking tour of the Arboretum’s conifer collection with Arnoldia editor Nancy Rose, we’ll take a close-up look at these surprisingly beautiful, seed-bearing structures. We’ll also discuss the landscape attributes of the conifers we visit, plus some easy identification tips. The tour will begin at the Bussey Street Gate at 1 pm.  In case of inclement weather, contact 617.384.5209. Free, but registration requested at www.my.arboretum.harvard.edu.

  • Thursday, October 20, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Marvelous Maples

    Maples are a great group of plants when it comes to brilliant fall color in shades from gold to orange to fiery red. The Arnold Arboretum is a treasure trove of maples, from common North American species to rare and endangered Asian types. On this walking tour with Nancy Rose, editor of Arnoldia, on Thursday, October 20 from 1 – 2:30, we’ll look at a number of the Arboretum’s special maple accessions in all of their autumn glory.In case of inclement weather, contact 617.384.5209. Meet at the Hunnewell Building. This activity is free, but please sign up at www.arboretum.harvard.edu.