Blog Posts

Summer concerts in the garden are back! Disrupted last summer by the pandemic, Allen Garden’s popular Sunday concert series returns for its fifth season starting this Sunday, June 20 and continuing through Labor Day with an all-star lineup of local jazz artists.  This popular series has enjoyed steady growth since its inception, and this year …

Josh is going back to school! I’m returning to school here at UW in June to pursue a Master’s in Environmental Conservation. I’m pumped! A major influence in this decision was observing the amount of water usage, plastic and waste in the horticulture industry. I also think about our constant developments in roads, homes and …

When I tell people I teach plant ID the first thing they ask these days is, “Can you even do that remotely?” While I guess it’s possible, it will never be my first choice. Since last spring I’ve racked my brain for ways to teach this topic while protecting my students’ health. If this class …

Almost every characteristic you see when you look at plants in and around your home is a direct result of how that plant adapted over time to better suit its environment. Plants with vines are able to creep and grow on more surfaces than just the ground. Flowers are bright, colorful, and scented to attract …

Greetings from the (home office) of the Allen Centennial Garden. As we’ve moved through the last several months, we’ve certainly been learning a lot about ourselves and our place in the world. We’ve seen more people spending time outdoors, embracing nature, and reconnecting and growing closer with family and friends. It is in this spirit …