Controlled burns maintain healthy Meadows!
A portion of our Native Plant Meadow was burned Friday. Click to learn more.
Explore the Conifer Collection!
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.
December at Blandy, Evergreens Everywhere!
It's a magical time of year at Blandy Experimental Farm! Arboretum staff spent several days preparing and collecting materials for our Holiday Workshops and creating a winter wonderland of festive decorations for our main building. Come enjoy the scenery!
Blandy Winter Walk
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!
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)
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.
2023 Ginkgo Watch- Golden Carpet!
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 2nd).
Leaves are falling quickly, forming a golden carpet underfoot. A few trees are still holding onto their leaves.
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.
Stay tuned to our website, Facebook, and Instagram for regular updates on the state of the Grove, and check out this important information on our website as you plan your visit: https://blandy.virginia.edu/fall-2023-ginkgo-info
Ginkgo Watch (Nov. 2)
2023 GINKGO WATCH THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2- GOLDEN CARPET!
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 2nd).
Leaves are falling quickly, forming a golden carpet underfoot. A few trees are still holding onto their leaves.
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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Tomorrow
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Cozy Conifer Mysteries
- Start time: 10:30am
- End time: 11:30am
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Enjoy a mug of hot chocolate (or tea!) as you solve a conifer-themed mystery. Visit our website for more information and to register: https://blandy.virginia.edu/content/programs-workshops-walks
Monday, December 16th
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Starting a wildflower patch from seed
- Start time: 06:30pm
- End time: 07:30pm
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Step-by-step presentation on how to start a native wildflower patch from seed. Visit our website for more information and to register: https://blandy.virginia.edu/content/programs-workshops-walks
Tuesday, December 17th
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Cozy Conifer Mysteries
- Start time: 02:00pm
- End time: 03:00pm
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Enjoy a mug of hot chocolate (or tea!) as you solve a conifer-themed mystery. Visit our website for more information and to register: https://blandy.virginia.edu/content/programs-workshops-walks
Wednesday, December 18th
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Conifers: Junior Naturalist Series
- Start time: 10:00am
- End time: 12:00pm
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Drop in nature program for kids ages 1-6 + caregiver. Visit our website for more information and to register: https://blandy.virginia.edu/content/programs-workshops-walks
Tuesday, January 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 blandyphotographyclub@gmail.com