A winter scene with trees and snow
A winter scene with trees and snow

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.

2023 Ginkgo Watch- Golden Carpet!

November 3, 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 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.

Ginkgo Watch (Oct. 30)

2023 GINKGO WATCH Monday, October 30th- Yellow, falling!

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, October 30th).

Most of the trees in the Grove have yellow leaves. Leaves are falling from the trees.

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 Photography Club Meeting

Thursday, December 5th

  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 at an alternate location. No meeting will be held at Blandy this month.Visit our website for more info- https://blandysketchgroup.wordpress.com/

Friday, December 13th

  1. December Bird Walk

Sunday, December 15th

  1. Cozy Conifer Mysteries

Monday, December 16th

  1. Starting a wildflower patch from seed