Unsung Heroes of Summer
We are excited to introduce Stories from the Field, FONA’s new article series about the U.S. National Arboretum. These stories will highlight the people, collections, and research that make the National…
Posts by Anne McGarvey
Unsung Heroes of Summer
Unsung Heroes of SummerBy Bridget DeSimonePublished July 31, 2024Daylilies signal the arrival of summer. Each day is greeted by a multitude of new blooms sturdy enough to withstand scorching heat.…
Building Legacies
Evening at the National Arboretum is a magical time that few get to experience. Come see this magic for yourself this Friday, July 26th during the next Summer Evening Hours. The grounds…
Turning Up the Heat
Not only is July one of the hottest times of the year, but it’s also one of the busiest for our education programs. FONA’s interns are about halfway through the…
Public Gardens & Green Ambassadors
Staff from both the National Arboretum and FONA attended the American Public Gardens Association’s annual conference last week in Boston, Massachusetts. The conference was centered around the theme “rooted in resilience.” Garden…
Renovations & Reports
Pardon the dust! Earlier this week, the National Arboretum began renovating the circle garden in front of the Capitol Columns. Horticulturists will first remove the existing plants before remediating the…
Arboretum Interns Arrive
The Arboretum recently welcomed its 2024 class of interns. Sixteen budding scientists and horticulturists will spend time this year working alongside Arboretum staff to gain hands-on, real-world experience.
Summer Event Guide
Summer is officially here! We are hosting many exciting events and programs this summer to connect people to nature at the National Arboretum.
Marvelous Milestones
In honor of the 200th edition of FONA Field Notes, I want to personally thank each and every one of you for being a part of FONA’s community and for tuning into…
Planning for Summer
Spring is the perfect time for spring crops, but also the time to make plans for the summer! Here’s a great overview on maintaining a school garden in the summer.
