Blandy Education Project Highlighted by NOAA
Our watershed education project, funded by NOAA’s Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) program, is nationally highlighted in recognition of National Environmental Education Week! This project was selected to represent the Chesapeake Bay region (which includes NY, PA, DE, MD, WV, VA, & D.C.) one of 5 watershed regions in the United States with a B-WET program.
Blandy Backpacks
Pawpaw Named Tree of the Year
Pawpaw Is 2021 State Arboretum Tree of the Year
Native tree produces large, edible fruit
Wildflower ID Walk at Blandy
2-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 20
Wildflower ID Webinar SOLD OUT
WILDFLOWER IDENTIFICATION WEBINAR
9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, April 8
Arbor Vitae, Spring 2021 Newsletter
Blandy K-12- Recommended Reading
A carpet of yellow cheer awaits you!
The winter aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) has emerged from the cold ground, letting us know spring is on the way despite a snowy, cold forecast.
A native of Europe, this small but mighty bulb is happy growing in rich, well-drained soil. Their bright yellow flowers only open when the sun is shining, so do not expect to see them in full bloom on cloudy days. When in bloom, you will often see honeybees foraging for nectar and pollen.
To see aconite at the arboretum, walk east down Dogwood Lane from the Quarters building and look left into the grassy area.
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Amidst Virginia's diverse ecological landscape, one encounters a captivating and transient spectacle: the emergence of native spring ephemerals. As winter gives way to spring, these delicate wildflowers emerge from the forest floor, adding vibrant colors to the awakening ecosystem.
Events
Tomorrow
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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
Saturday, April 20th
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Spring Wildflower Walk
- Start time: 01:00pm
- End time: 02:30pm
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Discover Virginia’s spring wildflowers! For more information and to register: https://blandy.virginia.edu/content/programs-workshops-walks
Thursday, April 25th
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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
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Blandy Book Club
- Start time: 01:00pm
- End time: 02:00pm
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For more information, visit: https://blandy.virginia.edu/book-club
Friday, April 26th
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Neotropical Migrants Bird Walk
- Start time: 08:00am
- End time: 10:00am
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Scout for migrating birds! For more information and to register: https://blandy.virginia.edu/content/programs-workshops-walks
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/