Hello, Summer!

Posted in Uncategorized on June 19 2009, by Plant Talk

…and a Farewell to Spring

Jessica Blohm is Interpretive Specialist for Public Education.

Tomorrow marks the longest day of the year, the day when the sun is farthest north in the sky and we have the greatest number of daylight hours. Also known as the Summer Solstice, this day marks the end of spring and the beginning of summer. We are eager for warmer and drier days, but before we turn the page, let’s reflect on what an amazing spring it has been here at the Garden.

From exhibitions such as The Glory of Dutch Bulbs: A Legacy of 400 Years to the magnificent spectacle of flowering trees and perennials across the grounds, spring has been truly unique. And none of these extensive, glorious displays and exhibitions would be possible without the dedication of the Arboretum and Grounds crew and Outdoor Gardens staff.

So we say thank you to all for their good work, whether it be planting, trimming, placing sod, arranging planters, or transferring soil. Here we show you some behind-the-scenes images of what helped make the spring displays so remarkable.

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