by Kathy Busick Tropical Storm Sally cleanup There may be a hint of cooler weather in the air (Florida’s idea of cooler weather), but most work days are still hot and humid. The rains and winds from TS Sally hit the trees in the area the … [Read more...] about News from the Botanic Garden, September 2020
NEWS from the BOTANIC GARDEN August, 2020
NEWS from the BOTANIC GARDEN at Lakes Park August, 2020 BED REBUILDING PROJECT in the Community Garden Each year for the past several years, we've selected 8-10 raised beds in the Community Garden for replacement. The harsh, … [Read more...] about NEWS from the BOTANIC GARDEN August, 2020
News from the Gardens at Lakes Park, July 2020
News from the Gardens July 12, 2020 During this pandemic I know that the Gardens have been a great source of peace and joy for many folks walking through it each day. They take the time to tell us how much they appreciate what we do. … [Read more...] about News from the Gardens at Lakes Park, July 2020
Scenes from the Botanic Garden – May 2020
Scenes from the Botanic Garden - May 2020 Food-growing season winds down, but our Garden Ambassador volunteers continue to work hard on making the Botanic Garden a beautiful oasis. Community Garden Happenings Nancy Sanders from the Community Garden … [Read more...] about Scenes from the Botanic Garden – May 2020
What’s New in Lakes Park – April 2020
What's New in Lakes Park - April 2020 New concrete repair/replacement While the park was closed in April, Parks & Recreation took the opportunity to make some repairs. Concrete was replaced at the splash pads and also in the Rose Garden … [Read more...] about What’s New in Lakes Park – April 2020
What’s Bloomin’ Wednesday – April 15th Edition!
What's Bloomin' Wednesday - April 15th Edition! Lakes Park is still closed per the state-wide" "Stay At Home" order, so we are taking a virtual stroll in the Fragrance Garden today - come with us and and check out what's bloomin' (If you are … [Read more...] about What’s Bloomin’ Wednesday – April 15th Edition!
What’s New In Lakes Park, March 2020
What's New In Lakes Park March 2020 Wildlife Updates Early in February, the birding community was all abuzz with news of snail kites (Rostrhamus sociabilis) visiting the park. These raptors are aptly named, since they feed mostly on apple … [Read more...] about What’s New In Lakes Park, March 2020
Staghorn fern – What’s Bloomin’ Wednesday
What's Bloomin' Wednesday! for March 4th, 2020 The staghorn fern (Platycerium bifurcatum) is an impressive plant. They are tropical epiphytes - that means they grow on another plant, but they are not parasitic. Other examples of epiphytes besides … [Read more...] about Staghorn fern – What’s Bloomin’ Wednesday
Starburst Clerodendrum – What’s Bloomin’ Wednesday
Starburst Clerodendrum - What's Bloomin' Wednesday Starburst Clerodendrum (Clerodendrum quadriloculare) grows in the Lakes Park Botanic Garden. However, it hails from the Philippines and New Guinea. It is therefore well-suited to our climate here … [Read more...] about Starburst Clerodendrum – What’s Bloomin’ Wednesday
What’s New Around the Park, January 2020
What's New Around The Park, January 2020 The new year has brought a renewed wave of activity to the gardens at Lakes Park. We are very gratedful to have such gifted and passionate volunteers working to keep the gardens beautiful. A chilly day for … [Read more...] about What’s New Around the Park, January 2020
Fun with the Lakes Park Garden Ambassadors
Fun with the Lakes Park Garden Ambassadors Thanksgiving Day Lakes Park Ambassador "Welcome Back" Brunch Our second annual Lakes Park Ambassador "Welcome Back" Brunch was held on Thursday December 5th, 2019. The event was co-hosted by … [Read more...] about Fun with the Lakes Park Garden Ambassadors
Volunteers in the Gardens & Beyond – Fall 2019
Volunteers in the Gardens & Beyond - Fall 2019 It's time to feature our Garden Ambassadors, aka volunteers in the gardens. The Foundation's main focus each autumn is the Fall Festival and our contribution to it - Scarecrows in the Park. But … [Read more...] about Volunteers in the Gardens & Beyond – Fall 2019