Scott Aboretum & Gardens

 

 

Corydalis solida ‘Beth Evans’

Corydalis solida ‘Beth Evans’

It is bulb planting time and that includes tubers. I am excited to see the tubers of Corydalis solida ‘Beth Evans’ (fumewort) sprout this spring. You need to plant C. ‘Beth Evans’ in an area of dappled shade, as the fern-like foliage disappears just as your hosta...
Red Oaks and the American Revolution

Red Oaks and the American Revolution

Southern Red Oak Forest: One of the Five Best Preserved Areas in the Crum Woods This President’s Day, I am reminded of history found in the Southern Red Oak Forest section of the Crum Woods. While this section of the woods is one of the five unique locations prominent...
Winter Birding with iNaturalist

Winter Birding with iNaturalist

  by Melita Schmeckpeper, 2017-2018 Education Intern The Crum Woods is home to a diverse group of plants and animals, but to many visitors the identities of these species is often a mystery.  While field guides are great for learning new species, you may not have...
Bulbs! Fall is for Planting

Bulbs! Fall is for Planting

The instant gratification that comes with planting perennials and annuals in an established garden can be immense. You can see how the plant you chose works well with pre-existing inhabitants. The color, the size, and the textures are some of the many things that need...
Forgotten Fabulous Fall Color Trails

Forgotten Fabulous Fall Color Trails

Martin Forest: One of the Five Best Preserved Areas in the Crum Woods As we enter fall color season, we continue our series discussing the five best preserved areas in the Crum Woods. Martin Forest is a 30 acre tract of nearly/entirely forested land, and an ideal area...