American Chestnut Research and Restoration Project
with a Chestnut Expert
Saturday, June 28 | 10 a.m.
Lasdon Park, Arboretum, and Veterans Memorials | Katonah, NY
$30 Members | $40 General
Since 1991, Lasdon Park and Arboretum has been home to one of the American Chestnut orchards of The American Chestnut Research and Restoration Project. In this program, a researcher will dig deep into the progress to date of American Chestnut and blight resistance research. One unique finding occurred in July 2023 when the rare Chestnut Miner Bee was observed in Lasdon's American Chestnut orchard. A bee that hasn't been observed in New York State since 1904. This program should coincide with the bloom of the American Chestnut trees and possibly provide a glimpse of the rare bee. This is a unique opportunity that merges research to horticulture and the field of ecological restoration.
This Digging Deeper is a part of the Saturday, June 28 Open Day in Putnam and Westchester Counties. Read more about participating gardens and register now!
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A Garden Path Through Time
with the Fort Orange Garden Club
Sunday, June 29 | 4 p.m.
Pruyn House | Latham, NY
$30 Members | $40 General
In May of 1923, Albany area ladies of privilege gathered in the home of Louisa Van Rensselaer to discuss the creation of a garden club. The Fort Orange Garden Club was founded with the intention of joining Garden Club of America, which was achieved in three years time. In 2023, the Fort Orange Garden Club highlighted its Centennial with a Flower Show celebrating our history in the Burhmaster Barn on the grounds of the Pruyn House also known as the Town Cultural Center. The gardens we maintain are located just outside the barn amongst several historical structures for you to tour. Many wedding couples begin their married life together strolling through the flowers we have nurtured and represent our commitment to the community. Please come visit our gardens so that we may continue the story.
This Digging Deeper is a part of the Sunday, June 29 Capital Region Open Day. Read more about participating gardens and register now! |