Out and About in the Arboretum

Callicarpa dichotoma, commonly known as beautyberry, is a small, rounded, deciduous shrub, and is included in the landscape for its showy fall display of lilac-violet berries. Clusters of small, pink to lavender flowers are in bloom right now, along the stems. The flowers are followed by clusters of berries which ripen in September and put on their best show through

Just this past month, work has proceeded with the restoration of the Medford Campus Meadow. Under the guidance of Larry Weaner Landscape Associates, (LWA), the first step has begun to eliminate invasive non-native weeds that have engulfed areas of the Meadow. Over the next month, another application of spray will take place, followed by a second mowing. Remember, the goal

Hydrangea paniculata, commonly called Panicle Hydrangea, is a vigorous upright shrub that is native to China and Japan. You can find it in full bloom on the Medford Campus in the Atrium to the left as you enter the Community Building. This winter hardy shrub is in full bloom now with white blooms that will carry us into the early

A fenced boardwalk at the North corner of the Medford Campus Community Building parking lot leads to a pond with an overlook and some chairs. This shady retreat has some noteworthy inhabitants–a family of frogs. Close inspection reveals at least five individuals by the edge of the pond or floating on a lily pad. They are Northern Green frogs (Rana

This is a great time of the year to check out the activity at the Nature Center to see the resident farm plots in full swing, as well as the 16 tabletop gardens. Vegetables, flowers and herbs are in abundance and being enjoyed by all — unfortunately, even some local deer have been enjoying the bounty. Stop by when you

Genus Lagerstroemia, crape myrtle, consists of just over 50 species of trees and shrubs. While native to Asia and Australia, you will find it in our area, as well as the Southern States. The common crape myrtle was brought to this country in 1790 and first planted in Charleston, South Carolina. Vibrant hot colored blooms thrive in the heat of