Out and About in the Arboretum

Cornus officinalis, commonly called Japanese cornel dogwood, is native to China, Japan and Korea, but it can easily be found in our Medford Campus Community Building parking lot. This tree is known for its early bloom, and attractive bark. The yellow flowers are just about to pop open this week. The flowers are followed in fall by red fruits…

The Medford Campus Farmers are particularly excited and pleased to see the installation of a new deer fence to prevent the deer from invading their gardens. Rob Benner, the Benner Deer Fence Company, has been on Campus working on this project in conjunction with our resident Farmers.

One of the first flowers of the new year, the Snowdrop, is one of our most endearing flowers. As you are in the Atrium on the Medford Campus, you will be greeted by a carpet of white blooms. Galanthus, otherwise known as Snowdrops, have some fun facts surrounding them: The Greek name ‘Galanthus’ translates as the milk flower. They are

Despite the fluctuations of temperatures over the past weeks, one thing you can count on in February is the blooming of the Witch Hazel (Hamamelis species) in Court Six on the Medford Campus. This shrub like tree is in bloom right now and ready to be enjoyed as a promise of spring to come.

Yes, the winter season can be an interesting time to view trees as you are Out and About in the Arboretum. Of particular note is the Acer griseum, commonly known as Paperbark Maple. We are fortunate to have several of these very special specimens on the Medford Campus — all in various stages of development — from more youthful trees

I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields…