Out and About in the Arboretum
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November 15, 2024 – Camellia japonica
This bee, pictured on a ‘Long Island Pink’ Camellia japonica in court 6, is quite happy to buzz around in the sunshine, even though it’s mid-November.
November 8, 2024 – Winchester Cathedral Rose
The white ‘Winchester Cathedral’ rose surprises us with a color we don’t expect in the Autumn.
November 1, 2024 – Witch Hazel
Witch Hazel blooms in late fall and early spring; these interesting plants will continue to bloom well into November.
October 24, 2024 – Golden Larch
The Golden Larch (Pseudolaryx kaempferi), resembles other conifers, until it turns a brilliant shade of gold in the fall and drops its needles! Like Dawn Redwood, Larch is a deciduous conifer.
October 11, 2024 – Aurora
These photos from Betsy Ransome in Lumberton are a must-share. This dazzling display was a result of a geomagnetic storm that was interacting with Earth’s atmosphere.
October 4, 2024 – Goldenrod
Goldenrod (Solidago) is a member of the sunflower family; with its bright yellow hues, it stands out among other meadow plants and attracts bees and butterflies.