Out and About in the Arboretum

With its bright breast, the American Robin is a common and recognizable fixture in North America.

Mahonia (Leatherleaf) is currently covered in abundant yellow buds that make for great nourishment for bees.

Usually known for its beautiful spring blooms, the Seven Sons Tree in winter shows its very interesting bark pattern with vertical striations and horizontal creases.

Happy February! To welcome us, the garden in the atrium is bursting with white blooms from the Giant Snowdrop.

Bright sunshine and frigid temps result in beautiful icicles, accented by the contrast to the Upright Sweetbay Magnolia.

We already have seen a few blooms on the ‘Autumnalis’ Higan Cherry – a few warmer days recently resulted in these pretty petals. But nobody expected a snowstorm.