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March 27, 2025
Celebrate Holden Forests & Gardens’ Successful Tree Planting Initiative People for Trees with Activities at Cleveland Botanical Garden and Holden Arboretum During Arbor Day Week
March 27, 2025 (CLEVELAND) – Holden Forests & Gardens will recognize reaching its 5-year goal of planting and caring for 15,000 new trees in Northeast Ohio with a special People... more
March 27, 2025
It’s Poppin’: March 27
While it’s been cold, things are still poppin’ at the Holden Arboretum and the Cleveland Botanical Garden. Things have slowed down this week after very warm temperatures last week. That’s... more
Tree Tours with Our Experts
Learn more about Holden Forests & Garden’s research, conservation and community forestry work through free guided tours with our experts. Science Center Behind-the-Scenes Tour with Dr. Danny DlugosMonday, April 21,... more
Holden Arboretum Open House
Immerse yourself in a day of nature exploration, entertainment, and community fun at the Arboretum Open House! Saturday, April 26, 9am-4pm Join us for free admission, guided science hikes, free... more
Cleveland Botanical Garden Community Day
Join us for a day of environmental awareness, community engagement, and fun activities in celebration of Arbor Day! Friday, April 25, 10am-8pm Seedling Giveaway Take home a Silky Dogwood, Cornus... more
March 24, 2025
30% of Beech Trees Killed by Beech Leaf Disease, New Study Shows
By Anna Funk, PhD, Science Communications Specialist
Long-term data reveal 30% mortality and alarming growth slowdown in the native beech trees in northeastern Ohio, near the epicenter of beech leaf disease. KIRTLAND, OH — A decade after... more
March 21, 2025
It’s Poppin’: March 21
Welcome to spring! The equinox is here, spring has officially arrived. With the warm temperatures this past week, things have been happening fast. Daffodils are blooming, the dwarf Irises are... more
The Nature of Healing Artist Panel
Explore the intersection of nature, grief and mental well-being! Sunday, April 20, 12-2pmFree, registration required Join us for an engaging artist talk as part of The Nature of Healing exhibition. This... more
The Nature of Healing Writing Workshops
Find solace in words! Sunday, April 27, 3:30-5pmSunday, May 4, 3:30-5pmFree, registration required As part of The Nature of Healing exhibition, join us for two immersive writing workshops led by the renowned... more
The Nature of Healing Opening Night
Discover artwork that speak to the soul! Friday, April 4, 6-9pmFree to attend, registration required The Nature of Healing explores the relationship between flowers, botanicals, nature, and the emotions of... more
March 19, 2025
Dabblers & Divers: Birding for Spring Waterfowl and Similar Species
By Albert Jackson, Conservation Technician
With spring just ahead temperatures are rising, days are getting longer, and ice is melting. For the various species of waterbirds in northeast Ohio this means access to important resources... more
Self-Guided Junior Design with Nature
Junior
$8 per scout
Holden Arboretum
Junior Scouts will plan the ultimate hiking adventure at Holden Arboretum. Scouts will be able to use different types of maps to calculate distance, pace, elevation changes for a hiking... more
March 13, 2025
It’s Poppin’: Spring 2025 has Arrived
Welcome to It’s Poppin’, 2025. This is the third year for this series- we hope you follow along as we explore our beautiful gardens over the next months. We’ll write... more
March 12, 2025
Lawn Alternatives for Shady Sites
By MaryAnn Thesing, Horticulturist
Beech Knoll is an untapped area of the Helen S. Layer Rhododendron Garden. It is a quiet retreat which lends itself to meditation. Soon after my arrival at HF&G, my... more
March 6, 2025
Spring Into Nature: Explore Blooming Gardens and Seasonal Events at Holden Arboretum
(KIRTLAND) March 6, 2025 – Get ready to experience spring in all its beauty at the Holden Arboretum. Immerse yourself in the emerging tree canopy on the Murch Canopy Walk... more
March 6, 2025
The Healing Power of Nature: Spring at Cleveland Botanical Garden Focuses on Well-being & Renewal
Spring into wellness programs, events and a reflective art exhibit (CLEVELAND) March 6, 2025 – This spring season, Cleveland Botanical Garden invites you to experience the profound healing power of nature.... more
March 5, 2025
How Nonnative Plants Respond to Climate Change: Holden Arboretum Researchers Report
By Anna Funk, PhD, Science Communications Specialist
Scientists agree: Global warming is real, and it’s happening today. Here in northeast Ohio, we can most clearly see the signs during spells of too-warm-too-early weather in the spring or... more
Meet the Artists: Gallery Opening
Meet the talented artists behind our botanical garden galleries! Friday, August 29, 6-8:30pm Members are free, $20 per nonmember, registration required Explore our art galleries after hours and meet some... more
Bunny’s Big Spring Adventure
Saturday, April 5, 9am-noon The Easter Bunny has overslept! He needs help finding out if spring has arrived. Your kids can help the Bunny find the clues that mark the... more
Holden Grown Plant Sale
Saturday, May 17 & Sunday, May 18 Whether you are trying to naturalize your landscape or enhance a corner of your garden, this event will offer exclusively Holden-grown plants. Shop... more
February 24, 2025
The Power of Plant Records: How Tracking Plants Helps Save Species
By Anna Funk, PhD, Science Communications Specialist
If a plant has ever died in your care, you’re in good company. It turns out that even in the world’s botanical gardens, managed by full-time professionals, plants don’t live... more
Guided Meditation & Tea Blending Ceremony
Winter is the perfect season to slow down and connect to our deeper selves before blooming again in spring. Come into the warmth of the circle as you are led... more
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