Urban Gardening
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Judging Brooklyn’s Blocks
A day in the life of a judge for the final round of Brooklyn's Greenest Block 2011.
By April Greene -
Greenest Block 2011 Gets Under Way
The first round of the 2011 Greenest Block in Brooklyn judging is complete! Semifinalists are listed on BBG's website, with the winners to be announced mid-August.
By Alexandra Muller -
Fig Trees for Small Backyards or Container Gardens
Figs may just be one of the best trees for edible landscapes and urban gardens. They are virtually pest free and thrive amid brick and concrete in containers or small spaces. Best of all, they produce delicious, sweet fruit!
By Robert Newgarden -
Gothamist Gardening Help
This week, BBG's Native Flora Garden curator Uli Lorimer weighed in on gothamist.com's new green thumb series giving his advice on native plants to grow in sun and shade in backyards around NYC
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BUGs Go Places
After a successful training program last fall, the very first class of certified Brooklyn Urban Gardeners (BUGs) is making a difference to community greening efforts throughout Brooklyn.
By Nina Browne -
How to Get a Lush Lawn
Looking to green your lawn the natural way? Join us for an informative workshop on sustainable lawn-care techniques on Tuesday, May 17, from 6 to 8 p.m.
By BBG Staff -
Trouble in Paradise: Are We Losing Our Native Bees?
On Wednesday, May 4 at 6:30 p.m. join the Torrey Botanical Society and Dr. Stephen Buchmann for a free illustrated talk showcasing North American native bee diversity and the threats facing bees and other pollinators.
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Blight-resistant Chestnut Trees Come to BBG
Today The New York Times and the Daily News both ran stories about new blight-resistant chestnuts coming to BBG.
By BBG Staff -
Learn About Composting
Autumn is a great time to learn about composting!
By Jenny Blackwell -
Rats!
Is it realistic to imagine an urban garden—or a city—without rats?
By BBG Staff