While hiking along a stream or wetland on a warm March day, you may stumble upon a swath of green and purple fleshy flowers. They may not look like a flower at first glance, but once you get a closer look, you can see the inflorescences within the hooded spathe. These flowers are a part of skunk cabbage (Symplocarpus foetidus) […]
Mushroom Workshop
March 21, 2026, 10:00AM – 12:00PmM This workshop will show you how to grow delicious mushrooms at home. There is a slide presentation then participants will inoculate logs and bring them home! The workshop is between our carriage barn and outdoors, please dress appropriately. All supplies are included in the cost of the workshop. This is a family-friendly event. Sign […]
Member Exclusive Spring Pruning Workshop
Member exclusive pruning workshop! Join our Executive Director, Debbie Merriam, and Horticulturist Ellen Scheid to learn about early-spring pruning. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee and light refreshments. If you are interested in becoming a member, please check out our website! Please pre-register here.
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Dogwood Lane Volume 8, Issue 1 – The Role of Fungi at the Mary May Binney Wakefield Arboretum
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Dogwood Lane Volume 7, Issue 2 – Winter Observations at the Mary May Binney Wakefield Arboretum
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Dogwood Lane Vol. 7, Issue 1 – The Mary May Binney Wakefield Arboretum Conifer Standouts
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