Spring Programs, Workshops and Walks
Take a "Hot Chocolate Hike" or try "Birding for Beginners" at Blandy! Registration is open for our popular Winter/Spring workshops, programs and walks.
Arboretum Project Begins
A very large section in the eastern end of the arboretum fell out of active management in the 1980s, and has since become covered in invasive buckthorn and autumn olive trees that provide little food for wildlife and crowd out all other plant life. In late January, we began removing 2.5 acres of these trees, beginning the long process of transforming this degraded part of the arboretum into a beautiful, diverse forest.
Backyard Conservationists will Benefit from Blandy Program
Blandy Partners with the Clifton Institute for Local Plant Conservation
Most native seed suppliers carry only the most common and showy native wildflowers, which is just a small subsection of our incredibly diverse flora. In most cases, commercially available plants are sourced from only a few areas and shipped to other parts of the country – a framework that doesn’t preserve local varieties of plants and often produces an inferior product for customers (a milkweed adapted to Minnesota weather might not do well in the warmer climates of Virginia).
Be careful with Boxwoods
Plant Experts from Blandy Experimental Farm Caution Against Using Boxwood Clippings in Holiday Decorating
Plant experts from Blandy Experimental Farm are advising Virginia residents against using cuttings from boxwoods, one of the most popular evergreens for holiday decorating, due to boxwood blight.
What's in Bloom - December/January
Ed- Schoolyard Botany Lesson and Activities
Blandy Experts Warn Against Using Boxwood in Holiday Decorations
Blandy arborist Chris Schmidt warns that boxwood clippings can spread boxwood blight fungus in recent article in The Winchester Star.
Arbor Vitae Fall 2021
Fall 2021 Ginkgo Info
That's all, folks! As of Thursday, November 11th, 95%+ of the trees in the Ginkgo Grove have dropped their leaves. We can look forward to enjoying the austere beauty of the Grove over the coming winter months.
FALL 2021 GINKGO INFO
Here's what the Ginkgo Grove looks like Monday, November 8th. It's been a strange fall for our ginkgoes. We estimate that ~50-75% of the ginkgo leaves have fallen, many while still green in color. Could a warm October followed by 5 consecutive days of low temperatures be to blame?
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Shop nearly 60 vendors for the very best selection of native plants, annuals, perennials, herbs, trees, shrubs, garden tools, nature-inspired crafts and more. Food, music, children’s activities, and educational opportunities too! Tickets $10/car in advance, $15/car at the gate.
Events
Thursday, May 2nd
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Blandy Sketch Group
- Start time: 12:30pm
- End time: 03:30pm
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The Blandy Sketch Group is a dynamic group of artists who work in the visual arts and who all share a love of the natural world as inspiration for their artwork. The Blandy Sketch Group is open to any artist, beginner or professional. This month, we will be meeting in the Blandy LibraryVisit our website for more info- https://blandysketchgroup.wordpress.com/
Tuesday, May 7th
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Blandy Photography Club Meeting
- Start time: 06:00pm
- End time: 08:00pm
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To learn more, send an email to [email protected]
Tuesday, May 14th
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Conservation Easements for Small and Large Rural Properties
- Start time: 07:00pm
- End time: 08:30pm
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Visit our website for more information and to register: https://blandy.virginia.edu/content/programs-workshops-walks
Wednesday, May 15th
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Blandy Plein Air Club
- Start time: 10:00am
- End time: 12:00pm
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For most currentinformation and to join, visit Blandy Plein Air Group on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/905133831240145
Tuesday, May 21st
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American Kestrels
- Start time: 06:00pm
- End time: 08:30pm
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Learn about conservation efforts to provide nesting habitat for American Kestrels across the Shenandoah Valley! For more information and to register: https://blandy.virginia.edu/content/programs-workshops-walks