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August 14, 2020
The Joy of Coding: Raspberry Pi edition
When I decided that I wanted to pursue a career in ecological research and education I knew that there were a lot of new skills that I was going to... more

August 14, 2020
Exploring the Rhododendron Research Network (R-RN)
The Rhododendron Research Network (R-RN) was founded at Holden in 2017 to increase collaboration and dissemination of Rhododendron research, to connect scientists with each other and with plant enthusiasts from... more

July 31, 2020
Frugivory and its impact on forest health
By Alexa Wagner, PhD Candidate
Ohio’s forests have changed over the last 200 years. Few old-growth forests remain as much of the land was timbered and cleared for agriculture in the early 19th century. Most... more

July 24, 2020
How does “the early bird gets the worm” play out in plant communities?
By Katie Stuble, PhD, Director of Research
You’ve heard the phrase “the early bird gets the worm”. We use it to indicate that getting somewhere first can come with big benefits. It’s snagging the choicest donuts in... more

July 3, 2020
The surprising way Jack-in-the-Pulpit initiates pollination…
By Sarah Kyker, PhD, Postdoctoral Research Associate
Some of the most fun stories we have in science are about surprising discoveries. Most people think of these as “eureka” moments. We can picture a scientist in a lab... more

June 26, 2020
Pollinator Research at the Arboretum with Dr. Na Wei
Why do we care about pollinators? Pollinators are important creatures in natural ecosystems and our daily life because they provide vital services to wild plants and our crops. Pollinators carry and... more

June 19, 2020
Science on Friday: Spring phenology monitoring wraps for the year
By Katie Stuble, PhD, Director of Research
As spring transitions to summer, we’re wrapping up this year’s spring phenology monitoring in Bole Woods at the Holden Arboretum. Have you heard the term phenology before? Phenology is the... more

June 12, 2020
Plant–pollinator interactions and the role of the flower microbiome in crabapples
Today we are continuing our story of ornamental apples (crabapples). Plants are living in a microbial world. They interact not only with microbes in the soil but also the ones... more

June 12, 2020
Harnessing microbiomes in crabapples: II. Getting seeds for testing microbiome functions
By Na Wei and Jessica LaBella Plants are associated with numerous microorganisms in the wild. Some of these microorganisms are beneficial but others, such as pathogens, can be harmful to... more

June 5, 2020
Science on Friday – Intern program
By Katie Stuble, PhD, Director of Research
As a scientist at the Holden Arboretum, I wear many hats, but one of my favorites is mentor to our summer interns. Each year, Holden’s Research Department brings in students... more

May 29, 2020
Promoting Healthy Forests Through Research at Working Woods
By Rory Schiafo, Research Specialist
If you have been hiking on the Bole Woods loop in the last two years, you may have noticed some strange white pipes sticking out of the ground, or perhaps... more

May 26, 2020
Understanding How Trees Respond to Their Urban Environment
As urban areas expand, they leave isolated forest patches in their wake. The effects of urban areas such as higher temperatures, water flow changes, and increased pollution are not limited... more

May 15, 2020
How genus Rhododendron became my favorite plant species
By Juliana S. Medeiros, PhD, Plant Biologist
As a plant scientist I am often asked the question, “What is your favorite plant species?” The truth is, I can’t pick just one. What I love about plants is... more

May 8, 2020
Eastern Red Cedar: From native to invasive
By David J. Burke, PhD, Vice President for Science and Conservation
Invasive species. The term brings to mind organisms that have been moved around by people, either accidentally or for a purpose, that are now causing problems. For example, here in... more

May 1, 2020
Coding in plant biology, who knew?
By Juliana S. Medeiros, PhD, Plant Biologist
I never viewed myself as a math person, let alone a computer coder. I have always loved nature, animals and plants, these are what drew me to plant biology. But... more

April 17, 2020
Long-term Research in Forest Ecology in Stebbins Gulch
By David J. Burke, PhD, Vice President for Science and Conservation
We began our long-term climate research in Stebbins Gulch in 2006. Our goal was to monitor how plants and soil fungi that associate with plant roots (called mycorrhizal fungi) respond to... more

April 10, 2020
Exploring Fire Blight in Ornamental Apple Trees
Plants are living in a microbial world. They interact not only with microbes in the soil but also the ones living in their flowers. These microbial partners can be beneficial... more

January 10, 2020
Sustainability Tips from HF&G
In January 2020, Holden Forests & Gardens (HF&G), comprised of Cleveland Botanical Garden and the Holden Arboretum in Kirtland, OH, announced a new strategic plan for the organization. Highlighted within... more
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