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January 27, 2023
| Horticulture
An Uninvited Guest
Throughout 2022’s summer, New Yorkers united to squash a new invasive pest, the spotted lanternfly, Lycorma delicatula. First documented in 2014, this pest of many…
January 11, 2023
| Horticulture
The Trees of Madison Square Park
Measuring Tree HealthAt Madison Square Park Conservancy, we make every effort to save our trees, if possible, and to increase tree diversity in new plantings within…
January 4, 2023
| Horticulture
The Year In Review 2022: Horticulture
Looking back at 2022, the park was continually filled with horticultural fun! Our Spring Forward, into Summer exhibition, brought the beauty of cutting gardens…
November 23, 2022
| Horticulture
Fibonacci Day and “The Geometry of Flowers”
Come learn about the Conservancy's upcoming horticulture exhibition, "The Geometry of Flowers," and how it was inspired by Leonardo Bonacci's discovery of the Fibonacci Sequence.
November 15, 2022
| Horticulture
Celebrating Native American Land Practices
Learn more about how Native American land practices continue to influence modern techniques with their time-tested, ecologically mindful philosophies.
October 24, 2022
| Horticulture
Spooky Fall Plants
Learn more about some of the plants that are haunting Madison Square Park's gardens this fall.
October 7, 2022
| Horticulture
City of Forest Day
This October 15, we're celebrating the inaugural City of Forest Day in NYC to bring awareness to the urban forest and how each New Yorker can play a part in caring for and advocating on behalf of our trees.
September 27, 2022
| Horticulture
The Art of Drying Cut Flowers
Drying cut flowers is a great way to extend their life and beauty. Learn more about some ways of preserving your flowers, trialed on species found in the park's own gardens.
September 12, 2022
| Horticulture
The Park’s Monarch Magnets
Learn more about the native plant species in the park that are helping endangered monarch butterflies survive.
September 5, 2022
| Horticulture
What’s Growing on the Park’s Witch Hazel Leaves?
You may have noticed some conical structures growing on the leaves of the park's witch hazel collection. Learn more about what these structures are and what they mean for the health of the plants.
August 29, 2022
| Horticulture
Exploring Madison Square Park’s Water Garden
We're exploring the species featured in the park's current water garden, which is blooming now in the Reflecting Pool.
August 22, 2022
| Horticulture
Tips for Growing and Buying Local Cut Flowers
Buying local cut flowers is better for the environment and helps support local businesses. Learn more about the benefits of buying local, and pick up some tips on how to grow your own cut flowers at home.
August 16, 2022
| Horticulture
Summer Native Plant Garden
Learn more about our Summer Native Plant Garden, and find inspiration for including native plants in your own garden or planter box.
July 26, 2022
| Horticulture
Maintaining Cut Flower Beds
If you are considering a cut flower garden next year, it’s not too early to start planning. Here are some helpful tips which we follow at the park that may benefit your gardens.
July 19, 2022
| Horticulture
Exploring Native Cut Flowers
When you think of some of your favorite bouquets you might picture tropical orchids or tall, slender lilies. Join us as we explore plants native to our region that also make great cut flowers for arrangements.
July 12, 2022
| Horticulture
Testing Plant Resilience
A trial is taking place in the park to study the effects of dog urine on ten native plant species. Learn more about this research, and consider stopping by with your pup to make a contribution!
June 28, 2022
| Horticulture
American Flowers Week
Learn more about locally grown cut flowers as we kick off American Flowers Week, which runs from June 28 to July 4.
June 21, 2022
| Horticulture
Celebrating Pride Through Horticulture
In honor of Pride Month, we look back at the legacy of J.C. Raulston, who had an indelible impact on both the horticulture and LGBTQ communities.
June 6, 2022
| Horticulture
National Garden Exercise Day
This National Garden Exercise Day, learn some tips for getting a full workout while also improving your garden.
May 16, 2022
| Horticulture
Spring Native Plant Garden
Learn more about our Spring Native Plant Garden, and find inspiration for including native plants in your own garden or planter box.
May 11, 2022
| Horticulture
All About Tulips
As the hundreds of tulips featured in the "Spring Forward, Into Summer" horticulture exhibition shower the park in color, we take a moment to examine some helpful tips and information regarding tulip plantings.
May 9, 2022
| Horticulture
Celebrating Our Volunteer Gardeners
During this year's Go Public Gardens event, learn more about the volunteers who keep our gardens looking beautiful year-round.
April 28, 2022
| Horticulture
Celebrating Arbor Day
This Arbor Day we're taking an opportunity to reflect back on the origins of the holiday, while also looking ahead to the future of tree plantings in New York City.
April 18, 2022
| Horticulture
The History of Tulips
As our tulips prepare to welcome visitors to the park this spring, we look back on the history and significance that has been associated with these beautiful plants.
April 14, 2022
| Horticulture
Past Letters to the Trees
As we welcome the return of the Letters to the Trees event on April 15, we look back at handwritten messages to the trees from previous years.
March 7, 2022
| Horticulture
Addressing Plant Stressors
In an earlier post, we introduced Integrated Pest Management (IPM) as a comprehensive approach to effectively addressing pest issues, in a conscious way, to minimize…
March 1, 2022
| Horticulture
Managing Invasive Pests
At Madison Square Park, we do not apply pesticides. Oftentimes the toxicity and broad application of chemicals can be detrimental to pollinators and other beneficial…
February 21, 2022
| Horticulture
Designing Our Garden Exhibitions
Since 2018, Madison Square Park Conservancy has hosted at least one horticulture exhibition each year. Our team of expert horticulturists curate exhibitions from…
February 10, 2022
| Horticulture
Celebrating Black Horticulture
As we celebrate Black History Month, we want to highlight just a few of the community’s many unsung horticultural icons. Their legacies and contributions demonstrate…
January 13, 2022
| Horticulture
Winter Native Plant Garden
Madison Square Park has added a pop-up native plant garden near the Fountain this year. Here you can learn about seasonal native plants and see them in all their…
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