Past Events from July 30, 2022 – July 28, 2022 › Nature Talks › – Grid Magazine

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Winter Seed Sowing at Elkins Park Free Library

Elkins Park Free Library 563 Church Rd, Elkins Park, PA, United States

Learn about growing native perennials in this easy way to start seeds.  The native seeds are started outside in containers so they are protected from wildlife and benefit from the cold temperatures of winter. This free indoor workshop will include all supplies and instruction by a Penn State Extension Master Gardener. You will also take home containers with seeds! Do you know, we’re using Bennett Compost’s eco-friendly soil, which replaces harmful peat moss and mined minerals like vermiculite with sustainable rice hulls and coconut coir. These ingredients improve drainage, create a light, airy soil structure, and support healthy root growth—all

Magnolia Magic at Laurel Hill East

Laurel Hill Cemetery East 822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for a special tree tour at Laurel Hill East, exploring its magnificent magnolia collection in full bloom! Led by Arboretum Manager Aaron Greenberg, this walk will showcase the recently dedicated Paul Meyer Memorial Magnolia Collection and highlight key species, cultivation tips, and the cemetery’s rich horticultural history. Discover stunning trees, fascinating botanical insights, and the unique beauty of this National Historic Landmark cemetery. Date & Location: Meet at the Gatehouse courtyard, 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132. Parking available.

$40

The Secret Lives of Spring Wildflowers

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Skunk cabbage, bloodroot, and trout lilies are among the first signs of spring and warmer weather ahead. Spring ephemerals and wildflowers must complete part of their life cycles before the tree canopy leafs out, reducing light levels at the forest floor. These plants face many challenges including unpredictable weather and pollinator availability. Spring wildflowers have special adaptations to overcome these challenges and intricate relationships with pollinators and seed dispersers. Learn more about these wildflowers, their life histories, and plant-insect interactions, and look for them during a guided walk in the gardens. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba

$29

Tadpole Transformations

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

It’s that exciting time of the year again when our ponds fill to the brim with squirming tadpoles! Join Riverbend's Educators for this fascinating annual rite of spring that happens right here at Riverbend. Learn about the lifecycle of the amphibians that live at the Preserve and see the tadpoles in action. This fun event is open to individuals and to families with children of all ages. Guests will explore the preserve and visit activity stations to learn all about frogs. Depending on the weather and other natural factors, we may see a lot of tadpoles or none at all,

Free