January 2015 Newsletter

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Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens Society, Inc.

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2655 South Park Ave Buffalo, NY 14218 716.827.1584 www.buffalogardens.com Cover photo - Darleen Stry Photo Contest 2014

Board of Directors David J. Swarts, President/CEO

Officers

Chairman - Joseph DiDomenico Jr., Niagara Frontier Orchid Society

Vice Chairman - Ed Dore,

Dore Landscape Associates Inc.

Vice Chairman - Lynn Kozinski, Medaille College

Secretary - Rose Ann Dulski Treasurer - Adam J. Poole, CPA, Freed Maxick & Battaglia, CPAs, PC

At Large Members Dr. Maria Rita P. Andaya Gordon Ballard, Ad Stuff Promotional Products Thomas Beauford, Jr., M&T Bank Michael Buckley, University at Buffalo Henry Burns George Cameron, Moog, Inc. Diane Chrisman Lawrence E. Christ, LiteLab, Inc. Joan Crosby, Canisius College Joseph Del Vecchio, National Fuel Resources, Inc. Thomas Gaffney, Esq., Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP Richard F. Griffin, Esq., Kavinoky Cook, LLP Peter Heffley, Canisius College Elizabeth Holden, Hodgson Russ Stephanie M. Karnas, M&T Bank Mary Ann Kresse Elizabeth Licata, Buffalo Spree Magazine Francesca B. Mesiah, Kaleida Health David McIntyre

What a year 2014 was! Between the unprecedented number of visitors to see Morty, tremendous sales in our Gift Shop and an increase in membership revenue, we surpassed all expectations of success last year.

Keeping the momentum going for the next ten years and beyond will be our next big challenge. This year we hope to undergo restoration work on Houses 2 & 3, our most popular greenhouses and home to our waterfall, koi pond, and dinosaur topiaries.

We are working hard this year to create alternative revenue sources, such as new events, enhanced educational opportunities, and new exhibits like our Monarch Butterfly Exhibit and our outdoor Healing Garden. However, we need your support now more than ever to ensure that our success and momentum continue.

Last year, philanthropic support from our community comprised approximately 42% of our annual operations, and this includes gifts from our annual fund appeals, leadership donors, tributes and dedications, public and private grants and our annual Gala at the Gardens. We will do our part to ensure continuity of operations and diversified revenue sources over the next two years, and I hope you will consider adding your vote of confidence in the Botanical Gardens with a gift of support this year.

Please join us in ensuring the future for the Botanical Gardens. Your investment will help sustain us for the next 100 years!

Betsy Webster, Director of Development

Patricia O’Connor, Mercy Skilled Nursing Facility Cathy Paladino, Ellicott Development Company Sara Root, Eric Mower and Associates Michael Shadrack, WNY Hosta Society Barbara Tomasi, Stahlka Agency

Immediate Past Chair Miche C. Needham, CPA, Lumsden & McCormick, LLP

Ex-Officio Directors Patricia E. Connolly, Representative of the Legislature Chairman Joseph McMahon, Representative of the Erie County Executive Troy Schinzel, Commissioner of Erie County Parks Director Emeritus - Florence DaLuiso-Zoll 2

Visit our Gift Shop!

Visit our Gift Shop for a vibrant selection of prints, note cards and hand-made jewelry created by local artists.

We have a new selection of specialty items related to our changing exhibits and a new line of fleece jackets.

The fleece is exceptionally soft with front zippers and adjustable draw string waist. We have women’s fitted fleece jackets and vests and men’s fleece jackets that will keep you warm during any excursion. Whether you are looking for a gift for a friend or a treat for yourself, you are sure to find a diverse selection of merchandise! Don’t forget...Garden Members always receive a 10% discount in the Gift Shop. We hope to see you soon!

Open daily (Monday - Sunday) 10am-5pm Special Holiday Hours: Closed Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve (December 24) - 10am-12pm Closed Christmas Day (December 25) New Year’s Eve (December 31) - 10am-12pm

MISSION A living museum dedicated to advancing appreciation for and knowledge of plant life and its connection to people and cultures through its documented living plant collection, historic conservatory, education, research and exhibits.

NEW LOOK Our newsletter has a whole new look!

We are very excited to unveil the brand new design in our first issue of 2015.

Tell us what you think! E-mail us at info@buffalogardens.com or comment on our Facebook Page.

A special thank you to the following for their vision and inspiration:

CONTENTS • Volunteers ................................ 4 • Weddings .................................. 4 • Wedding Open House............. 4 • Kid’s Birthday Parties .............. 4 • Wegmans Family Days ............ 5 • Kid Stuff ..................................... 5 • Plant Sale Pre-Order ............6-9 • Calendar ............................ 10-13 • Membership ...........................14 • Advertisements ............... 14-16 • Order Form .............................15 • Coupons ..................................15

Take a Trip with Us! Gardens & Villas of the Italian Lakes July 18 - July 27, 2015 The Botanical Gardens, in conjunction with Collette Vacations and the Royal Horticultural Society, present an incredible trip to Northern Italy! Join us as we embark on a trip of a lifetime! Reserve today! Trip highlights include: xx

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Exploring UNESCO World Heritage site, Padua Botanical Garden, the first botanical garden in the world.

Enjoying a gardening workshop at the historic Valsanzibio Gardens.

Discovering the Cicogna Mozzoni gardens during a tour led by a member of the Cicogna Mozzoni family.

Visiting Giardino Giusti, Renaissance period gardens which opened in the 1500’s, with a tour from the owners.

Book Today!

Rates before January 19, 2015 Based on room occupancy - Double $5,299 - Single $6,099 - Triple $5,249 Rates after January 19, 2015 Based on room occupancy - Double $5,449 - Single $6,249 - Triple $5,399 Price includes: Round trip air from the Buffalo International Airport, air taxes and fees/surcharges and hotel transfers. Price does not include cancellation waivers or travel insurance ($260 per person).

For more information, please contact Christina at the Botanical Gardens at 827.1584 ext. 219 or cstannard@buffalogardens.com.

NEW FOR 2015!

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Love is in the Air!

Volunteers As the weather grows colder, there is less work to be done around the Gardens. During the months of December, January, and most of February we will have a Volunteer Winter Break! This means we will not need the delightful help of volunteers until the beginning of March - There simply is just not enough to do.

Interested in becoming a volunteer? The start of our new orientation program will be February 24 at 10am in the Administration Building basement.

If you have already participated in our volunteer program, there will be occasions that we will ask for help during the break months; so you will have a chance to come in and beat the winter blues. We will inform you when this happens via e-mail or post.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at any time! Thank you very much, and stay warm in this wonderful Buffalo weather!

Karen Hammer

Program & Volunteer Coordinator khammer@buffalogardens.com 827.1584 ext. 207

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The Botanical Gardens would like to congratulate Kathleen Telaak and Rob Kopp on their upcoming wedding! Rob and Kathy are both from Hamburg.

They first met in 7th grade at Saint Peter and Paul Elementary School. They were friends for years and started dating in 2008 after graduating from college. The couple is getting married in February at the Gulf Harbour Yacht and Country Club in Fort Myers, Florida.

Recently, Kathleen’s friends and family were here at the Gardens to celebrate her wedding shower: “Our experience at the Buffalo Botanical Gardens was exceptional.

My mom planned the shower at the Gardens because we are having a destination wedding with a tropical theme. The beautiful, natural environment of tropical flowers and foliage was the perfect fit for my bridal shower. The pictures turned out amazing! For a chilly day in November, the room was sunny, warm and comfortable. The staff was all very friendly and accommodating. Overall, it was a great party!”

We wish Kathy and Rob the very best as they start their lives together as husband and wife.

To book your shower at the Gardens, contact us at 827.1584 ext. 219, ext. 220 or events@buffalogardens.com

Wedding Open House - January 15 5:30-7:30pm - Recently engaged? Did you know you could have your ceremony, reception, shower or even rehearsal dinner at the Gardens?

If you’re interested in using a unique and historic venue for any aspect of your wedding, look no further than us! Come to our FREE open house to see how we can make your dreams come true!

Register today by contacting us at 827.1584 ext. 219, ext. 220 or events@buffalogardens.com.

Kids Botanical Birthday Parties Celebrate your child’s special day with a birthday party here at the Gardens! Parties are tailored for kids ages 4-12 and include a take-home craft and garden activities. Catering options are available. Call Jolene at 827.1584 ext. 292 for more information or visit our website for theme details and pricing.

Wegmans Family Days Have fun with your food! Expanded nutrition and food-themed kid’s hands-on programming will take place on the third Saturday in the Family Garden and at stations throughout the Gardens between 10am-2pm starting January 17. Look for special plants in the Gardens that tie in with the monthly theme. See the schedule below for our upcoming themed offerings. While activities are best aligned for children ages 4-10, caregivers of our youngest learners are encouraged to assist with creations!

Included with paid Gardens admission/Membership! Providing a safe learning environment for children is important. All activities are peanut-allergy friendly.

Wegmans Family Days: Winter Wonderland - January 17 Come join us for a winter celebration at the Gardens! Learn about the grains that we eat while making beautiful rice snowflakes. Find out how marshmallows are made while creating some cool snowman marshmallow pictures. Then, learn about what animals need to eat to survive the winter while making winter bird feeders and a hibernation craft.

The Wonderful World of Fruit - February 21 Come learn about different types of fruit, how they grow, and why they are so good for us! See some fruity highlights from the Gardens’ collection and enjoy some fresh fruit juice at our fabulous fruit squeeze. Then, create some fun fruit crafts, including paper plate apple cores, tissue paper strawberries, and painted fruit stamps.

Doctor Seuss Month - March 21 Join us for a “Seussical” celebration at the Gardens! Learn about the importance of conservation while making your very own truffula trees and “Cat in the Hat” hat. Then, learn how to make some healthy Doctor Seuss themed snacks.

World Health Month - April 18 Celebrate World Health Month at the Gardens! Learn about the importance of good nutrition while making your own smoothies. Explore the many different medicinal uses of tea throughout the world at our special tea tasting. Then, create cool grape sculptures and use vegetable stamps to make some beautiful paintings.

Spring Celebration - May 16 Help us welcome spring at the Gardens! Learn about the plants we eat and how they grow at our special spring planting activity. Discover the important role pollinators play in maintaining our food supply while making an egg carton caterpillar and enjoying a healthy bee banana snack. Then, learn how honey is made while making a beautiful beehive painting.

Edible Gardens - June 20 Come learn about the different types of plants that we eat and why they are so good for us! Plant your very own pizza garden and make some fabulous fruit trees out of paper bags. Then, learn about why pollinators are so important to the plants we eat while making egg carton bees and hummingbird feeders.

Kid Stuff Sunday Programming

11am-1pm - Kids 4-12 will enjoy these hands-on activities free with Garden admission.

Activities held in the Wegmans Family Garden.

January 25, February 22 March 22, April 26, May 31

Kids Day - February 19

10am-4pm Kids under 13 are free!

Celebrate Kids Day at the Gardens with free admission for kids ages 4-12. Stop by the Wegmans Family Garden and stations throughout the Gardens to participate in fun activities, a scavenger hunt and have plant questions answered!

Kids Art Classes

9-10:30am, GM & NM $35 per series or $13 per class Allow your children to express themselves through creativity in art! These multi-medium classes are for kids ages 5-15. A piece of art will be completed at each class. Taught by Joan Saba, professional artist and teacher. All supplies are provided.

KAA - February 21, 28, March 7 KAB - March 14, 21, 28 KAC - May 2, 23, 30

More kids stuff listed on pages 10-13 5

GREAT PLANT SALE PRE-ORDER Exciting New Plants! Orders due April 8 Order online! www.buffalogardens.com

Order now and pick up your order at the Great Plants Sale May 16-17.

Members get 10% off! Enter coupon code MEM2015 HP1. Asclepias ‘Cinderella’

HOT PICKS - $10 Limited Quantities and can ONLY be ordered ONLINE! www.buffalogardens.com Hot Picks are in high demand this season so act fast!

HP2. Clematis SERIOUS BLACK™

HP3. Hosta ‘American Hero’

HP4. Pulmonaria ‘Raspberry Flash’

HP1. Asclepias incarnata ‘Cinderella’ A hybrid, noninvasive, swamp milkweed with pink flowers. The flowers, which are heavily laden with nectar and pollen, are particularly attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, bees and other beneficial insects.

The long-lasting flowers on lengthy stems make an excellent cut flower. Sear the ends of the cut stems over a flame to stop the milky sap from leaking out. This species grows in loose clumps by means of slowly creeping rhizomes. It is noninvasive and can be safely mixed in with other perennials in the border. Native to North America.

24-36”H x 12-18”W, Z 5-9, full sun.

HP2. Clematis SERIOUS BLACK™ A bush type Clematis that will stand up on its own. It is easily grown in a decorative patio container, as well as, in the border.

Its newer foliage is an extraordinarily dark purple that matures to a deep green. In late spring to early summer, ivory colored blossoms about the size of a nickel appear in clusters reminiscent of ‘Sweet Autumn’ Clematis, and silvery seed heads follow in the fall. This selection is rather new and rare in the US, so we recommend ordering it early to reserve your share. 4-6’ H, 2-3’ W, Z 5-9, full sun.

HP3. Hosta ‘American Hero’ PPAF A durable Hosta that displays strong, bold variegation all season long. It has wide, dark green margins and a creamy white to pure white center speckled with green.

The thick leaves form a dense clump, and as the plant matures they become twisted. Lavender flowers top the clump in midsummer. A portion of the proceeds ($.25) of each plant sold will be donated to Project EverGreen, a national non-profit organization and creator of the GreenCare for Troops program. 12-18” H, 12-18” W, Z 5-9, shade/part shade. Pairs well with P8 and P7.

HP4. Pulmonaria ‘Raspberry Flash’ PP12138

Raspberry-pink flower clusters above dark green, silver-spotted leaves in late spring.

It has a fairly upright growing habit that flowers profusely and shows resistance to powdery mildew. It is one of the very best cultivars available. Pulmonaria is an underused perennial that grows well in shady gardens. Great when planted with Hostas, Brunneras and ferns. Its flowers are among the most brilliantly colored blossoms of all perennials. 12-18” H, 1218” W, Z5-9, part sun/shade.

HP5. Schizachyrium ‘Twilight Zone’ A total standout in your garden! This native grass possesses an iridescent, silvery, mauve-purple cast all over the plant beginning in midsummer. It retains these beautiful tones throughout the fall when brighter purple highlights appear on the flower stems. The attractive foliage forms a strictly upright, narrowly columnar clump that is about half as wide as it is tall.

This is a plant that will grow in hot, dry areas where other plants have a hard time surviving. 24-48” H, 18-24” W, Z 5-9, full sun. Goes great with P4 and P6.

Order online - www.buffalogardens.com If you do not have access to the internet, call for an order form 827.1584 ext. 204.

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HP5. Schizachyrium ‘Twilight Zone’

Pick up your order May 16-17 at the Great Plant Sale!

P1. Aster KICKIN® ‘Carmine Red

Perennials - $8 P1. Aster KICKIN® ‘Carmine Red This new Aster really lives up to its name.

Their habit is very full and bushy with a relatively short mound of finely textured, green foliage. From late summer through mid-fall, every inch of the foliage is completely covered in flowers, creating a huge splash of color late in the season.

They are terrific in containers or near the front to middle of the border. Asters make an excellent cut flowers and attract butterflies. They are native to North America and are generally very easy to grow. 24-36” H, 18-24” W, Z 5-9, full sun.

P2. Brunnera ‘Emerald Mist’ An excellent new form of this perennial.

Brunnera ‘Emerald Mist’ has more silver barring with the bars connecting to form a silver collar around the perimeter of the leaf. In addition, there is a very light dusting of silver over the entire leaf surface.

It has a mounding habit that produces a tiny, baby blue, forget-me-not type flower.

They make a fantastic ground cover in shady areas. 12-15” H, 18-24” W, Z 5-9, shade/part shade.

P3. Clematis ‘Sweet Summer Love’ A beautiful, long blooming Clematis with fragrant, cranberry red-purple flowers.

Blooms reliably on new wood in the late spring and summer. A deciduous vine that grows very tall with support. It is easy to grow and great for trellises, fences and arbors. 10-15’ H, 6-10’ W, Z 5-9, full sun.

Featured in our Proven Winners Signature Garden.

P4. Dictamnus ‘Albiflorus’ An “Old School” perennial that has recently received renewed attention! Very tall, sturdy stems carrying white flowers with long, eyelash-like stamens appear from late spring into midsummer. Interesting starshaped, brown seed pods develop in fall and are pretty in dried flower arrangements.

It forms a bushy clump of dark green, leathery, pinnate leaves that have a lemon scent when crushed. Deer typically leave this plant alone due to its aromatic foliage.

Attracts butterflies. 28-30” H, 18-24” W, Z 5-9, full sun. Pairs well with P5 and P6.

P5. Digiplexis ‘Illumination Flame’ A ground-breaking, strikingly beautiful hybrid! It is a cross between Digitalis (Foxglove) and its tropical relative Isoplexis. Spikes of flaming magenta-pink flowers with orange, magenta speckled throats are borne all the way around the stem. With sizeable rosettes of broad, glossy, dark green leaves. It is very floriferous with a long bloom period from early to late summer. It does well in moist, well-drained soils and makes a great cut flower as well. 18-24” H, 12-18” W, full sun to part shade, Z 8 (If you live in a place that is colder than zone 8, expect Digiplexis to be an annual.) Goes great with HP5 and P6.

P6. Hemerocallis ‘Marque Moon’ An endlessly fascinating daylily!

Extravagant ruffling gives an elegant look to its blossoms. The large, fragrant, cream colored flowers have a yellow throat that radiates onto the petals with a pearlescent sheen. Depending on the weather conditions, the large flowers may appear more peachy-pink than creamy yellow.

This is a heavily budded daylily that can produce an incredible 40 buds per plant for a lengthy midsummer bloom period.

24” H, 18-24” W, Z 3-9, full sun. Goes beautifully with P10 and P4.

P2. Brunnera ‘Emerald Mist’

P3. Clematis ‘Sweet Summer Love’

P4. Dictamnus ‘Albiflorus’

P5. Digiplexis ‘Illumination Flame’

P6. Hemerocallis ‘Marque Moon’

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P7. Heuchera ‘Brazen Raisin’

P8. Hosta ‘Curly Fries’

P9. Lamium ’Pink Chablis’

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P12. Pennisetum ‘Vertigo’

P13. Veronica ‘Enchanted Indigo’

A1. Ageratum ‘Hawaii Blue’

P7. Heuchera ‘Brazen Raisin’ A remarkable dense mound of dark, purplish-black foliage with wine red undersides. In midsummer, deep red showy panicles of hot pink buds open to pale pink to white flowers with a hot pink base. This plant re-blooms into the fall.

Coral bells are easy to grow and blend well with most other shade perennials. A beautiful addition to the landscape. 18-24” H, 18-24” W, Z 5-9, part shade. Featured in our Proven Winners Signature Garden.

P11. Ligularia ‘Bottle Rocket’ The long-lasting, spike-type blooms consist of bright, mustard-yellow flowers on multiple chocolate stems. Flowers appear midsummer over a dense clump of large, serrated, dark green leaves. This variety is more compact and is easy to grow in a moist, shady spot. It is an outstanding performer in the garden or as a centerpiece in a container. 24-36” H, 18-24” W, Z 5-9, shade/part shade.

P8. Hosta ‘Curly Fries’ This miniature to small sized Hosta is the perfect companion plant for Pulmonaria, Heuchera and other Hostas. Extremely rippled, narrow leaves and chartreuse foliage will add brightness to dark areas of the garden. Lavender flowers top the clump in midsummer. 12-16” H, 12-18” W, Z 5-9, shade/part shade.

P12. Pennisetum ‘Vertigo’ A tall grass that adds a great architectural element to the landscape. An award winning plant with a dense mound of wide bladed, purplish-black foliage.

Temperennial that appears darker in full sun. 3-4’ H, 2-3’ W, Z 8 (If you live in a place that is colder than zone 8, expect Pennisetum ‘Vertigo’ to be an annual.), full sun. Featured in our Proven Winners Signature Garden.

P10. Leucanthemum ‘Daisy May’

P9. Lamium ’Pink Chablis’ Cotton candy pink flowers on silvery white variegated leaves give this plant an incredible presence in the garden. Forms a shorter ground covering effect in all but deep shade. Makes a great ground cover or cascading plant in a container with moist, well-drained soil. Deer and heat resistant.

12-18” H, 18-24” W, Z 5-9, part shade.

Featured in our Proven Winners Signature Garden.

P11. Ligularia ‘Bottle Rocket’

P10. Leucanthemum superbum ‘Daisy May’ This super compact, highly floriferous daisy blooms from early summer into late summer. It will bloom from spring to fall with deadheading. The blooms are a three inch wide, single, pure white, daisy flower with a gold button center. Shasta Daisies are an all-time favorite for the perennial border. They mix so well with other perennials - no garden should be without them! 20-24” H, 12-24” W, Z 5-9, full sun.

P13. Veronica ‘Enchanted Indigo’ This hardy perennial forms a short, compact clump of bright green foliage topped with enchanting royal purple spike-type flowers in early to midsummer.

Often sends out a flush of flowers in late summer and early fall as well. 16-18” H, 12-18” W, Z 5-9, full sun. Works well in a mixed container or in flower border paired with P10 and P7. Featured in our Proven Winners Signature Garden.

Annuals - $3 A1. Ageratum ‘Hawaii Blue’ Growth is very compact with numerous little blue tufts of flowers encompassed by beautiful green foliage. It is heat tolerant and works very well along walkways and edges of beds. ‘Hawaii Blue’ grows quickly and blooms continuously. 5-6” H, 9-10” W, sun, 6 pack. Attracts bees.

A2. Begonia ‘Gin’

A3. Dahlia ‘Fresco Mix’

A4. Melampodium ‘Lemon Delight’

A5. New Guinea Impatiens ‘Devine Mix’

A6. Petunia ‘Double Cascade Mix’

A7. Petunia ‘Ultra Blue Star’

A2. Begonia ‘Gin’

A fibrous begonia with bushy and vigorous growth of dark bronze leaves and rosepink flowers. Blooms continuously from May-Oct. Excellent performer for mixed containers or landscape beds. 10-12” H, 6-10” W, sun to partial shade, 6 pack.

A3. Dahlia ‘Fresco Mix’

Brilliant semi double to double blooms in an array of colors, surrounded by attractive green foliage. Excellent container or edging plant with short and uniform growth.

12-18” H, 6-12” W, sun, 6 pack.

A4. Melampodium ‘Lemon Delight’

Dwarf variety with lemon-yellow daisy type flowers on bright green foliage.

Outstanding plant for dry conditions.

Produces a multitude of flowers from JulySept. so it is ideal for mass planting. Better mildew resistance. 10” H, 15” W, sun, 6 pack. Attracts butterflies and bees.

A5. New Guinea Impatiens ‘Devine Mix’

Excellent branching plants that produce numerous flowers in shades of pink, white, violet and cherry red throughout the season. Compact, upright plants with lovely dark green leaves showcase a great range of colors. Perfect for beds, containers or hanging baskets. 10-14” H, 12-14” W, part shade/shade, 6 pack.

A6. Petunia ‘Double Cascade Mix’

Large, beautiful double blooms in a mix of burgundy, lavender-pink, pink, soft pink and dark purple. Compact habit with sturdy branching holds up in inclement weather. Great for planters, hanging baskets and borders. 15-18” H, 24”W, sun, 6 pack.

A7. Petunia ‘Ultra Blue Star’

Compact, mounding plants with velvety, funnel-shaped, midnight-blue-purple flowers having a prominent white midstripe on each petal. Early blooms continue all season and bounce back quickly after a rain.

10-14” H, 15-18” W, sun, 6 pack.

A8. Salpiglossis ‘Royale Mix’

Lush, velvet eye-cathching trumpet flowers. Single and bicolor blooms are blue, chocolate, deep red, orange, pale blue, purple, red, and yellow with exotic veins in contrasting colors. Blooms all summer.

Great for containers, borders and as a cut flower. 12-18” H, 9-12” W, sun, 6 pack.

A8. Salpiglossis ‘Royale Mix’

A9. Snapdragon ‘Montego Mix’

Dwarf snapdragon with uniform height.

Early flowering with a wide range of beautiful, mixed colors. Outstanding outdoor performer perfect for borders or in a mixed container. 6-12” H, 6-9” W, sun, 6 pack. Attracts butterflies and bees.

A9. Snapdragon ‘Montego Mix’

A10. Zinnia ‘Dreamland Mix’

Dwarf, compact plants with fully double blossoms in mixed colors and shades of ivory, apricot, red, pink and yellow.

Exceptional vase life make it a good cut flower. Great for mixed borders and herb/ cottage gardens. 6-12” H, 6” W, sun, 6 pack. Attracts butterflies and bees.

A10. Zinnia ‘Dreamland Mix’

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BOTANICAL GARDENS CALENDER Horticulture Program

Exhibit

Arcangel Gallery

Make-It, Take-It

Special Event

Sale!

Art Class

Kid Stuff

Health & Wellness

GM - Garden Member

NM - Non-Member

New !

sponsored by:

Register online at www.buffalogardens.com

LUMAGINATION Launch Party - January 27

Presented by: Buffalo Spree Magazine 6-9pm, $15 pre-sale, $20 at the door All new for 2015! Join us as we flip the switch on Lumagination! Be the first to see the Botanical Gardens lit up with amazing light displays, creative designs and interactive features! Tickets include a cash bar of beer and wine, delicious snacks, some special entertainment and a sneak preview of Lumagination!

Tickets - www.buffalospree.com or 783.9119 ext. 2202.

Unless otherwise noted - Exhibits will be held 10am-5pm and are included with paid admission to the Gardens.

Horticulture I and II 11am-1pm, GM $20/class, NM $25/class David Clark, Horticulture Educator, is becoming one of the country’s noted garden speakers! These entertaining garden education classes are for beginners and beyond. There is space available in each class. No certificate will be issued for those attending individual classes.

Horticulture II HCP 205 - January 24 - Water Gardening HCP 206 - January 31 - Intro to Landscape Design Wedding Open House - January 15 (See page 4 for details) Michael Haderer - January 17 - March 15 Coloring the Night - A photo gallery THE ARCANGEL GALLERY capturing the beautiful and unique world that is revealed when the lights turn on in the gardens during the annual winter light event. Greenhouses filled with vivid color, flowers and plants glowing with brilliant light, dynamic colors cascading, provide the backdrop for a unique experience.

Dollar Day - January 19 $1, Members & kids under 3 are free! Kids are off from school for Martin Luther King Day. Visit the Wegmans Family Garden for fun activities from 11am-2pm!

New!

Orchids 2015 - January 24 - March 1 This new exhibit will celebrate amazing orchids! Along with our fantastic collection of cymbidiums, we will showcase beautiful and colorful orchids in bloom throughout the Gardens. Special features include artistic window displays to demonstrate how easy it is to grow orchids in your home, informal Q&A’s, and orchid re-potting with the Niagara Frontier Orchid Society on January 31, February 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 from 1-4pm.

And an additional Award Winning Orchid Display will be held on the final weekend (see Orchid Show).

Indulge in some eye candy… Orchids Winter 2015!

Sponsored by: Joe & Diane DiDomenico

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LUMAGINATION

Family Fun!

Horticulture I HCP 105 - January 10 - Annuals and Perennials HCP 106 - January 17 - Garden Design

January 28-31, February 4-7, 11-14, 18-21 6-9pm Wednesdays & Thursdays 6-10pm Fridays & Saturdays Inside the Botanical Gardens! $12 adults, $10 GM, seniors & students, $5 kids 3-12, kids 2 and under are free!

* Guest passes and coupons are not valid * Tripods are not permitted * Doors will not open until 6pm * Tickets go on sale, online only on January 12 * Tickets will be available at the door throughout the show

All new for 2015! Don’t miss the opportunity to see the Botanical Gardens lit up with amazing light displays, creative designs and interactive features! Check our website for more info www.buffalogardens.com

LUMAGINATION Photo Night - February 3

6-9pm - $12 adults, $10 GM, seniors & students.

This night is for professional and amateur photographers only. Tripods will be permitted on this night ONLY! Go to www.buffalogardens.com for more information.

Plants We Eat Picnic - February 17 12-2pm, GM $10, NM $12 February is the perfect time for an indoor picnic, especially when the kids are off from school! Explore and taste the different plants that people eat during this light lunch and fun learning experience for children ages 5-12. Squeeze oranges into juice, sample fruits from around the world, and create a salad while learning about vegetables. Finally, grind wheat to make flour to kneed into bread dough.

Then, adventure on a tour through the Gardens to spy bananas, oranges and the largest lemon you’ll ever see! Preregistration is required as space is limited to 30 kids. Dress for summer but be sure to wear a warm coat when we go outside between buildings.

Family Fun!

Kids Day - February 19 10am-4pm, Kids 12 and under are free!

Celebrate Kids Day with free admission for kids ages 4-12. Stop by the Wegmans Family Garden and stations throughout the Gardens to participate in fun activities, a scavenger hunt and have plant questions answered!

Horticulture III and IV 11am-1pm, GM $100, $22/class, NM $120, $27/class If you enjoyed Horticulture I and II, you’ll delight in Horticulture III and IV! These classes provide more indepth gardening information and focus on many popular and relevant topics. Those who complete the full series will be presented with a certificate. Please see the class syllabus online for more details! Horticulture I and II are not a prerequisite.

Horticulture III HCP 301 - February 21 - Sustainable Landscaping HCP 302 - March 7 - Gardening with Native Plants HCP 303 - March 28 - Shade Gardening HCP 304 - April 18 - Small Space and Urban Gardening New! HCP 305 - May 30 - Beneficial Insects & Pollinators

Orchid Show - February 28-March 1 by: The Niagara Frontier Orchid Society & the Gardens Saturday - 10am-5pm & Sunday - 10am-3pm The show includes dozens of amazing orchid exhibits spread throughout the Gardens. Educational programs will be held both days for growing orchids and other aspects of indoor gardening. Orchids and supplies will be for sale from Marlow Orchids, Piping Rock Orchids and Hydroponics of Buffalo.

Medicinal Garden Feature - February 28 10am-2pm - National Heart Month Activities include: botanical displays highlighting the plant sources for medications used to treat medical conditions related to the heart and cardiovascular system, blood pressure education and screenings. From 10am-2pm, Catholic Health’s Mission on the Move team will provide cholesterol and blood pressure screening.

Yoga - Starts March 4 5:30-6:45pm - $100 per session or $15 per class, Free to eligible BlueCross BlueShield members

Gentle hatha yoga, designed for all ages and fitness levels.

Led by Leanne Oldenbrook from Crescent Moon Yoga.

Register for one or all sessions, contact Leanne at 864.1194 or crescmnyoga@yahoo.com or online www.cmyoga.com.

Horticulture IV HCP 401 - February 28 - Gardening for Wildlife HCP 402 - March 2 - Four Seasons Gardening HCP 403 - April 11 - Creative Containers & Raised Beds HCP 404 - April 25 - Herbs and Medicinal Plants New! HCP 405 - June 6 - Backyard Ecology

Adult Drawing Classes 8:45-10:45am, GM $60 or $17/class, NM $66 or $18/class You don’t need much more than paper, pencils and an eraser to create beautiful drawings. All skill levels welcome!

Taught by Joan Saba, professional artist and teacher, these classes fill up quickly; pre-registration (series or per class) is required as space is limited. See our website for a syllabus and a list of suggested supplies.

DA - February 25, March 4, 11, 18 DB - March 25, April 1, 8, 15 DC - April 22, 29, May 6, 20 DD - May 27, June 3, 10 (last day in series TBD)

Orchid Sale - March 7 10am-4pm, Free to the public Located in the Administration Building. The Sale will include all types of orchids from our 2015 orchid exhibit and from our collection. While supplies last!

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Adult Watercolor Classes 8:45-10:45am, GM $60 or $17/class, NM $66 or $18/class Whether you are a DaVinci or a dabbler, join our art classes for friendship and fun! Taught by Joan Saba, professional artist and teacher, these classes fill up quickly; pre-registration (series or per class) is required as space is limited. Students may register online or by phone. See our website for a syllabus and a list of suggested supplies.

WCA - February 23, March 2, 9, 16 WCB - March 23, 30, April 6, 13 WCC - April 20, 27, May 4, 11 WCD - May 18, June 1, 15, 22

Spring - March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6 Summer - May 27, June 3, 10, 17 or 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5

Victorian Tea ‘The Silk Road’ - March 8 11am-1pm, GM $25, NM $30 Don your bonnet or top hat and join us for a light catered luncheon and mini workshop presentation. This year we’ll be making our own tea sachets! Once again, select tea cups, pots and accessories will be part of our basket auction.

Strike a pose at our photo booth to capture the moment.

This event fills up fast and space is limited-don’t wait till the last minute to get your tickets!

Gardens’ Painting Class- March 20 - May 25 Paintasia - The Botanical Gardens’ Watercolor Class ushers in Springtime by THE ARCANGEL GALLERY featuring 36 of their latest works in their exhibition “Paintasia.” Paintings will include the Gardens’ inspired beautiful flowers, an Easter bunny, and more!

Sign up online - www.buffalogardens.com

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6-9pm - GM $30, NM $35, After March 9 $40 Soak in the vibrant colors and tastes of the Botanical Gardens while you sip crisp, fresh garden cocktails from ONE ROQ Vodka, enjoy the fresh smells of spring, taste herbs, fruits and savory delights and listen to the sounds of tropical fun! Tickets include cocktail samples, delicious tidbits from: Buffalo’s Best, Ilio DiPaolo’s, Lucarelli’s, Obviously Avi Catering, the Old Orchard Inn, Oliver’s, Quaker Bonnet and Salvatore’s. Full drinks will be available for purchase. Purchase tickets online at www.buffalogardens.com or by calling 827.1584 ext. 204.

Spring Flowers - March 21 - April 12 Don’t miss WNY’s favorite Easter tradition! The Gardens will be FILLED with spring colors and fragrances, Farmer Brown’s Animals will visit from 10am-4pm daily. Visit baby bunnies, chicks, a goat, a donkey and more. The Easter Bunny will visit the Gardens March 21, 22, 28, 29 April 3, 4 from 11am-3pm.

Medicinal Garden Feature - March 28 10am-2pm - Nutrition & Poison Prevention Month Activities include: presentations about the benefits of foods from plants containing health-promoting compounds; botanical displays of edible plants which are good for health; and common local plants which may be toxic to humans and pets; education regarding the prevention of accidental ingestion of toxic substances by infants and children in the home. Independent Nursing Care will provide blood pressure screenings.

Easter Egg Hunt - April 4 11am - Pre-Registration Only!

GM $8, NM $10, After March 18 $12 - Register early!

The Hunt sells out every year! Register online at www.buffalogardens.com. Kids ages seven and under are eligible to participate in the Hunt. Collect two eggs to exchange for a great prize! The Hunt is outside so dress accordingly and bring a bag or basket to collect eggs.

Hunters are admitted free to the Gardens this day! If you plan to visit the Gardens this day before or after the hunt, Spring Flowers admission will apply. Inside - kids of all ages can enjoy fun activities: a scavenger hunt, games, Farmer Brown’s Animals, prizes and more!

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Hypertufa Container Workshop - April 18 9am GM $25, NM $30 OR 1pm GM $25, NM $30 Get messy and creative at the Gardens with one of our most popular workshops! Fashion your own unique planting container from peat moss, Portland cement and perlite.

Wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty. Bring one container in which to mold your creation. Containers should be no larger than 12” X 16”.

Black Friday - Spent Spring Bulb Sale - April 24 9am, $10 per bag - BULBS GO FAST! Get here early!

Buyers line up around 7am and bulbs will be gone by 10am.

Doors open at 9am sharp. We are pulling thousands of bulbs and they all must go! We provide a bag and you fill it - limit 3 bags per person! Sale is in the garage behind the Gardens.

Beginning Bonsai Workshop- April 24 6-8:30pm, GM $45, NM $50 Celebrate Arbor Day with this hands-on workshop by fashioning a live juniper bonsai tree while learning about the art of bonsai, techniques and styles. Materials are provided, but you may wish to bring hand clippers and wear gardening gloves. Bring a box to transport your tree home!

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Taste of Paradise - March 20

Arbor Day Weekend Tree Tour- April 25 9:30-11am, GM & NM $5 Celebrate trees and get to know some of the tree species in the South Park Arboretum with Kristy Blakely, Director of Education. Wear comfortable shoes/boots you do not mind getting muddy. Walk takes place rain or shine. Meet in the Gardens parking lot.

National Public Gardens Day - May 8 $1, Members and kids 2 and under are free.

National Public Gardens Day is a national day of celebration to raise awareness of America’s public gardens and their important role in environmental stewardship and awareness, plant and water conservation, and education in communities nationwide.

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Medicinal Garden Feature - April 11 10am-2pm - World Health Week Activities include: Good things to eat, easy things you can do each day to improve your general health, botanicals that are used in traditional medicine and/or are currently used for medicinal purposes, some great stress relief ideas and foods that come from all over the world. Independent Nursing Care will provide blood pressure screenings.

Sign up online - www.buffalogardens.com

Fairy and Gnome House Contest Attention scouts, classrooms, families and other groups!

Build a fairy house and enter it into our contest!

Intent to participate is due by April 15 and submissions are due by April 29. Entries will be on display inside the Gardens May 9 - May 17 and winners will be chosen at the Festival. Prizes will be awarded at the Festival. Go to our website for more information and for an entry form!

Spring Fairy Garden - May 9 9am, GM $15, NM $20 OR 3pm, GM $15, NM $20 Kids ages 4-12 can make their own container miniature garden for fairies or gnomes during this workshop. We’ll be using found and natural materials to make the perfect hideaway. Acorn dishes, leaf fences and seed mailboxes what will your imagination create? Containers, soil and plants are included. Add on pre-made twig furniture - $5 per two pieces. Space is limited!

Medicinal Garden Feature - May 16 10am-2pm - Arthritis Awareness & Osteoporosis Awareness & Prevention Month Activities include; educational presentations and displays about prevention, identification and treatment of arthritis and osteoporosis; botanical displays of plants from which current medications are derived from and which future medications are being researched. From 10am-2pm Catholic Health’s WomenCare will provide bone density screenings and Catholic Health’s Mission on the Move team will provide cholesterol and blood pressure screening.

The Great Plant Sale - May 16-17 May 15 - 4-7pm - Members and Volunteers Only!

Open to the Public May 16-17, 9am-4pm In the Administration Building Don’t miss the Greatest Plant Sale of the year! Highlights include: hanging baskets, ornamental trees & shrubs Japanese maples, rare and unusual plants, unusual ornamentals, native plants, tropical plants, annuals, perennials, and much, much more!!

David & Julius McCann - May 30 - August 9 Julius and David are brothers who have had a lifelong interest in photography. Julius focuses on fine art photography while David concentrates on nature. The exhibit will feature photographs from the Gardens as well as from Western New York and, of course, Buffalo.

Bonsai Show - June 6-7

by The Buffalo Bonsai Society and the Gardens Bonsai masters and novices display their prized trees at their peak. Do not miss this once-a-year opportunity to see these meticulously manicured trees all in one place.

Pollinator Festival - June 14 10am-3pm, Included with Garden admission Join us as we party with pollinators! Native gardening, butterfly, honey bee and pollinator activities are all part of the family fun. Visit with vendors and get information on how you can help local pollinators at demonstrations or talk with our panel of experts. Speakers include Sally Cunningham, Dave O’Donnell and other experts in the field! Make friends with a butterfly and walk through an enclosure set up inside the Gardens with the folks from the Eastern Monarch Butterfly Farm in Clarence, NY. Refreshments will be available.

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Fairy and Gnome Festival - May 9 10am-3pm, Included with Garden admission.

Wear your costume for $1 off admission.

Celebrate spring with fairies and garden gnome friends!

Join us for fun activities, including fairy activities, a special scavenger hunt, fairy house building, story time, nature walks. You can also view our Fairy and Gnome House contest entries and vote for your favorite!

Art Camp 9am-12pm, GM $95 or $19/day, NM $105 or $21/day Kids ages 5-12, with exception of Advanced Art Camp weeks. Join us for artistic fun! Pre-registration is required, and completed camp forms are due by the Wednesday before each camp session. Forms available on our website.

AC 1 - July 6-10 - Multi-Medium AC 2 - July 13-17 - Painting AC 3 - July 20-24 - Drawing AAC 1 - July 27-31- Multi-Medium Advanced Art Camp (Ages 10-16) with previous art experience AC 4 - August 3-7 - Multi-Medium AC 5 - August 10-14 - Painting AC 6 - August 17-21 - Drawing Junior Botanist Camp 12:30pm-4pm, GM $95 or $19/day, NM $105 or $21/day Kids ages 5-12 with the exception of Horticulture Camp weeks. Kids will become Junior Botanists for the week; exploring the Gardens, learning about plants, playing games, making a plant to take home and other fun activities. Pre-registration is required, and completed camp forms are due by the Wednesday before each camp session.

BC 1 - July 6-10 - Wild and Wacky Water Week BC 2 - July 13-17 - Pollinators Week BC 3 - July 20-24 - Edible Garden Week ABC 1- July 24-31 - Horticulture Camp (Ages 10-16) BC 4 - August 3-7 - Plants and our Planet Week BC 5 - August 10-14 - Survival Adventure Week BC 6 - August 17-21 - Nature Explorers Week SAVE by participating in both kids camps!

9am-4pm, GM $150 or $30/day, NM $160 or $32/day Campers staying for both camps will need to bring a bagged lunch. Lunchtime is from 12-12:30. Campers coming just for the afternoon session are welcome to join their friends at lunchtime and bring their lunch too.

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