Out and About in the Arboretum
May 6, 2022 – Talking about Dogwoods
We are all in agreement that the American Dogwoods look especially full and lush this year. This densely crowned tree is considered by many to be the very symbol of spring, with its magnificent white or pink blossoms.
April 29, 2022 – Redbud
As you are out and about in the Arboretum you will notice many Redbuds (Cercis canadensis) coming alive with their vibrant pink and purple colors on both campuses.
April 22, 2022 – Lumberton Meadow 2022
If you are out and about in the Arboretum on the Lumberton Campus, you have noticed some new plantings being installed. We are delighted to have Larry Weaner Landscape Associates working with us on the meadow design and are most appreciative of the residents who helped with the plantings!
April 15, 2022 – Spring in Court 17
Court 17 on the Medford Campus is chock full of spring blooms and color. Check out the hellebores, camellias and daffodils!
April 8, 2022 – Salem Oak
Just last week, we received a white oak sapling (Quercus alba), propagated from the iconic 565 year-old Salem Oak on the grounds of Salem Friends’ Meeting in Salem, NJ. The sapling will be lovingly tended over the next year or two by our horticulturalist, Debbie Lux.
April 1, 2022 – Autumn Flowering Cherry
No April Fool! the Autumn Flowering Cherry (Prunus subhirtella ‘Autumnalis’) is now clothed in light pink flowers. There may be a scattering of blooms in the fall or winter, but the majority of bloom comes in the spring, before the leaves.