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Tag: Robbie Apfel

  • Sunday, February 16, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm – Conifers in Winter

    Docent Robbie Apfel leads this February 16 winter walk in an exploration of the Arnold Arboretum’s conifer collection. Beginning from the Bussey Street Gate at 1:30, you will be introduced to the Arboretum’s grand gymnosperms, learn the botany of conifers, and hear about Hemlock Hill’s evolving ecosystem. This tour will also introduce you to native and non-native conifers in the winter landscape. In case of inclement weather, please call 617 384-5209.

    Free, registration is limited and requested at my.arboretum.harvard.edu

  • Sunday, December 8, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Explore the Conifer Collection at the Arnold Arboretum

    The Conifer Collection is just off the beaten path, yet offers a lens through which to discover the Arboretum’s history, mission, collections, and research. Robbie Apfel, Arboretum Docent, will lead a walk through the collection on Sunday, December 8, from 2 – 3:30 pm. Meet at the Bussey Street Gate. Observe grand gymnosperms, learn the botany of conifers, and hear about Hemlock Hill’s evolving ecosystem. In case of inclement weather, contact 617.384.5209.This activity is free, but please sign up at http://my.arboretum.harvard.edu/SelectDate.aspx.

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  • Sunday, October 20, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Bonsai Matching

    The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University presents Bonsai Matching with Arboretum Docent Robbie Apfel on Sunday, October 20 from 2 – 3:30 pm at the Hunnewell Building of the Arboretum. Most of the species seen as bonsai in the Arboretum’s Larz Anderson Bonsai Collection can also be found in the landscape. Explore the history and culture of bonsai and the Arboretum’s relationship with these plants, and compare bonsai with their “unrestricted” counterparts in the landscape.  This activity is free. In case of inclement weather, contact 617.384.5209. For directions visit www.arboretum.harvard.edu.  Image from www.arborday.org.

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  • Wednesday, October 14, 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon – Bonsai Matching

    What would happen if a bonsai tree were planted in the ground? Most of the species seen as bonsai in the Arnold Arboretum’s world-renowned Larz Anderson Bonsai Collection can also be seen in the Arboretum landscape, but they look very different! Explore the history and culture of bonsai and the Arboretum’s long relationship with these fascinating plants. Compare and contrast bonsai with their “unrestricted” counterparts in the landscape. Meet instructor Robbie Apfel, Docent, at the Bonsai House, adjacent to the Dana Greenhouse at 1050 Centre Street.  Free. Advance registration requested.  Log on to www.arboretum.harvard.edu to sign up  and for directions.

    Ficus Bonsai, Washington, DC by Grufnik.