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April 28, 2025
Study Shows Forest Soils Still Bear the Scars of Industrial Pollution
By Anna Funk, PhD, Science Communications Specialist
KIRTLAND, OHIO — After 12 years of carefully tracking tree growth and soil chemistry, researchers at Holden Forests & Gardens (HF&G) have confirmed that phosphorus is now a limiting nutrient... more
April 16, 2025
New Exhibit Explores Relationship Between Mental Health and Nature
Cleveland, historically challenged by some of the highest crime rates in the nation and recently identified as the most stressed city in the country, presents a fertile ground for artistic... more
February 11, 2025
Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Science thrives on curiosity, innovation, and diverse perspectives. International Day of Women and Girls in Science is a day to celebrate the trailblazers who have shaped our world, inspire the... more
November 8, 2024
Holden researchers put forest management strategies to the test. Here’s what they found
By Anna Funk, Science Communication Specialist
Private landowners play a critical role in preserving Ohio’s natural heritage where a majority of the state’s eight million acres of forest are privately owned. To manage these forests, land... more
November 5, 2024
Composting in the Costa Rica Glasshouse
By Caitlin Weber, Horticulture Biomes Assitant
The Costa Rica glasshouse at Cleveland Botanical Garden is full of luscious Neotropical plants, many of which grow rapidly due to the ideal climatic conditions the glasshouse provides, including bountiful... more
October 11, 2024
Take a Hike Amidst Autumn Colors
By Ethan Johnson, Plant Records Curator
On October 10th, Holden Arboretum had frost for the first time this season! The nighttime temperatures have also been chilly at Cleveland Botanical Garden. These cold nights are bringing out... more
March 29, 2024
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Ruth Patrick
By Brianna Shepherd, Research Specialist
Since 1985, the presidents of the United States have issued a proclamation declaring March as Women’s History Month. This special dedication is to honor the contributions and special achievements of... more
March 22, 2024
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Rachel Carson
By Brianna Shepherd, Research Specialist
Since 1985, the presidents of the United States have issued a proclamation declaring March as Women’s History Month. This special dedication is to honor the contributions and special achievements of... more
March 15, 2024
Holden Forests & Gardens Receives $1.8M to Expand Forest Landowner Support in the Great Lakes Region
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (CLEVELAND) March 15, 2024 – Holden Forests & Gardens today announced that it received $1.8 million from the USDA Forest Service as a part of the nearly $145 million... more
March 14, 2024
Holden Award in Plant & Environmental Science Encourages Next Generation of Scientists
By Juliana S. Medeiros, PhD, Plant Biologist
Researchers at HF&G are dedicated to training and inspiring the next generation of scientists, and as part of this we are proud to contribute the Holden Forests & Gardens Special... more
March 13, 2024
Plants & Me at Cleveland Botanical Garden Delights Young People
By Audriana Carmona, Communications Specialist
Last Thursday, the Cleveland Botanical Garden welcomed Lorain’s Hawthorne preschool students through the Early Learning Initiatives (ELI) program. Holden Forests & Gardens partners with Lorain Historical Society, Lorain County Preschools, Cuyahoga... more
February 27, 2024
The Woodland Garden: Unique Challenges and Opportunities
By David Criste, Horticulturist
The Woodland Garden is the largest display garden located within the Cleveland Botanical Gardens. It features some of the largest trees, both native and introduced shade-loving shrubs and perennials, and... more
February 2, 2024
Research intern funded by the National Science Foundation joins the team
By Juliana S. Medeiros, PhD, Plant Biologist
The research department at Holden recently welcomed Yasper Michael Mambrasar, M.S., who will be conducting a one-year research internship at Holden Forests & Gardens funded by the National Science Foundation.... more
January 30, 2024
Meet the Birds of the Costa Rica Biome
By Traci S. Williams, Animal & Plant Care Specialist
With the butterflies mostly gone, winter belongs to the birds! The lush and green Costa Rica biome at Cleveland Botanical Garden provides ample opportunity to play “hide-n-seek” with three birds... more
December 29, 2023
2023: An incredible year of service to plants, trees and people
By Ed Moydell, President & CEO
By Ed Moydell, President & CEO As we reflect on another year, I am delighted to share some of the success we’ve achieved together at Holden Forests & Gardens in... more
October 10, 2023
What does a horticulturalist do at a public garden?
By Annie Rzepka Budziak, Director of Arboretum Horticulture
When asked to consider my favorite part of working at Holden Forests and Gardens, two answers immediately come to mind. First, the incredible team of people I have the privilege... more
September 29, 2023
3 Mushroom-Based Recipes to Celebrate the End of Mushroom Month
By Mary Pitts, MS, Research Specialist
We have arrived at the final blog post for September’s national mushroom month. We hope you enjoyed reading about our work on soil, fungi, and identifying mushrooms. This week we... more
September 1, 2023
Welcome to our new President & CEO, Ed Moydell!
It’s a beautiful late summer day to welcome Ed to Holden Forests & Gardens. Ed spent the day meeting the team at the arboretum and ended the tour at the... more
August 17, 2023
Attending the Ecological Society of America (ESA) Annual Conference
HF&G’s current Norweb Fellow, Lydia Jahn, attended the Ecological Society of America (ESA) annual conference this month and presented our research on spring wildflowers in Stebbins Gulch at a poster... more
July 31, 2023
Late Summer Maintenance to Keep Your Garden Flourishing
By Rob Dzurec, Horticulturalist
As the scorching days of summer gradually give way to the cooler nights of late summer, gardeners find themselves amidst a pivotal period for garden maintenance. Late summer is a... more
June 27, 2023
Nature Photography Day
By Dawn Gerlica, Senior Horticulturist
In 2006, The North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) designated June 15 as Nature Photography Day – a day to enjoy capturing the beauty of nature through photography and to... more
June 12, 2023
Collections Team Update!
By Ralph Protano, Director of Land and Collections Management
The Collections Team has been starting a new chapter with three new hires in the last two months. This includes our new Ground Arborist (Jamie Christie), a new Assistant Climbing Arborist... more
June 12, 2023
Why Pine Straw Mulch?
By MaryAnn Thesing, Horticulturist
If you’ve been to Holden Arboretum lately you may have noticed a change in our mulch selection as seen in the Butterfly Garden and West Layer Rhododendron Garden. Most gardeners... more
June 9, 2023
It’s Poppin: June 9th
By Thomas Arbour, Curator of Living Collections
Isn’t it amazing how each week there is something new blooming in our gardens? Our horticulturists have carefully chosen plants to ensure a constant rotation of blooms will be poppin’... more
June 2, 2023
It’s Poppin’: June 2nd
By Alex Faidiga, Plant Recorder
This long stretch of sunny days with temperatures in the high 70s and low 80s certainly makes it feel like Memorial Day brought instant summer! This weekend is the perfect... more
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