Water Droplets on Redbud Leaves
Water Droplets on Redbud Leaves

Spring Wildflower Watch- March 29th

Spring! Finally!

Over the coming weeks, new spring ephemeral wildflowers will start popping up in the woodland area of the Native Plant Trail. In a stroll through the woodland this morning, we spotted Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginia), Toadshade Trillium (Trillium sessile), a few cheery Wood Poppies (Stylophotum diphyllum), and a smattering of Rue-anemone (Thalictrum thalictroides). Largeflower Bellwort (Uvularia grandiflora) and Jacob's Ladder (Polemonium reptans) are on deck.

Explore the Conifer Collection!

January 5, 2024 -- alf7f

The Arboretum’s Conifer Collection looks great year-round! Find out all about conifers from around the world, and visit the State Champion Japanese Umbrella Pine! To guide you through the Conifer Walk, grab a paper brochure at Blandy or download a digital version here.

To get to the Conifer Collection: From the main parking lot near the flagpole and infomraiton kiosk, follow the narrow gravel paths towards the brick Quarters building. Walk through the archway and courtyard to the Conifer Collection.

Holiday Workshops Start this Weekend

Making wreaths at Blandy Experimental Farm is a great way to spend a December morning or afternoon.  Registration is limited and filling up quickly!

These workshops all take place in the Library in the Quarters Building at Blandy Experimental Farm in Boyce, Virginia.  All materials are provided!

It's a great time to come together, show off your creativity, sip on cider, nibble holiday cookies, share laughs, and get in the holiday spirit.

2023 GINKGO WATCH THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9- SHOW'S OVER!

November 9, 2023 -- alf7f

The Ginkgo Grove undergoes a magical transformation each Fall as the leaves transition from green to gold. Here's what the Ginkgo Grove looks like today (Thursday, November 9th).

Although we think the ginkgoes look great year-round, their moment of golden glory has passed for 2023. Most of the trees are bare. The leaves have faded to a dull tan color.

Ginkgo Watch (Nov. 6)

November 6, 2023 -- alf7f

The Ginkgo Grove undergoes a magical transformation each Fall as the leaves transition from green to gold. Here's what the Ginkgo Grove looks like today (Monday, November 6th).

Most of the leaves have fallen, forming a golden carpet underfoot.

The best time to see golden ginkgoes at Blandy is usually late October - early November, although there is some variation in timing from year to year.

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Events

Today

  1. Blandy Plein Air Club
  2. Blandy Book Club

Tomorrow

  1. Neotropical Migrants Bird Walk

Thursday, May 2nd

  1. Blandy Sketch Group
    • Start time: 12:30pm
    • End time: 03:30pm

    • 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

  1. Blandy Photography Club Meeting
    • Start time: 06:00pm
    • End time: 08:00pm

    • To learn more, send an email to [email protected]

Tuesday, May 14th

  1. Conservation Easements for Small and Large Rural Properties