Ask Dr. Phipps: Pink Champagne?

By Phipps Master Gardeners

Have a question about your perennials, houseplants or turf grass? Worried about pests in the garden, hydrangeas that won't bloom, or tomatoes that died on the vine? Dr. Phipps can help! Ask Dr. Phipps is a free service...

Phipps’ 2010 Decade in Review

By Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

As 2019 draws to a close, we decided to take a look back at the past decade and remember some of the highlights we've experienced at Phipps. 

This Week at Phipps: Dec. 30 – Jan. 5

By Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...

#bioPGH: All About Antlers

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Research and Science Education Outreach Manager

White-tailed deer bucks will drop their antlers soon - what is the biology behind that? Let's explore!

The Night Before Winter Show: A Phipps Story

By Jennifer Torrance, Science Education Coordinator

Spread some holiday magic by reading the tale of "The Night Before Winter Show" this holiday season! 

This Week at Phipps: Dec. 23 – 29

By Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...

#bioPGH Blog: Muskrats

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Research and Science Education Outreach Manager

This week, let's dive into the world of an ecosystem engineer!

Local Winter Activities for the Whole Family

By Sarah Cullo, LMP Coordinator

As the weather gets colder we begin to cozy up indoors. Snow days and harsh winter weather can make it difficult to keep kids occupied during the day. Here are five ways you can keep your family busy and active during the winter...

4 Things You Should Know About the Annals of Internal Medicine Red Meat Study

By Maris Altieri RD, LMP Coordinator

Two months ago, a privately funded organization, known as NutriRECS, proposed revisions to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans concerning meat intake. Contrary to the World Cancer Research Fund’s recommendations of reducing...

Volunteer Spotlight: Marina Pawlesh

By Michael Macesich

Phipps is well-known for our beautiful gardens, seasonal flower shows, pioneering sustainability initiatives, informative educational programs and community outreach. None of our work, however, would be possible without the...

Ask Dr. Phipps: Plumeria Bloom

By Phipps Master Gardeners

Have a question about your perennials, houseplants or turf grass? Worried about pests in the garden, hydrangeas that won't bloom, or tomatoes that died on the vine? Dr. Phipps can help! Ask Dr. Phipps is a free service...

This Week at Phipps: Dec. 16 – 22

By Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...

#bioPGH: Winter Ecology

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Research and Science Education Outreach Manager

Ecology is the study of interactions and relationships between living things and their environment - how does that change in the winter for our local organisms?

Food Allergies, Part 1: Overview and Definitions

By Ellen Marie Alonso Street, LMP Dietetic Intern

Special dietary needs are quickly becoming more widely recognized and accepted, reflected by increasingly accommodating menu options, entire aisles reserved for gluten-free goods, and school policies that create safe environments...

Meet a Scientist: Lauren Schricker and Rachel Reeb

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Research and Science Education Outreach Manager

 Lauren Schricker and Rachel Reeb are two local biologists who will be in the Tropical Forest this Saturday, December 14, from 1:30-3:30 pm, for Meet a Scientist Saturday!

Fairchild Challenge at Phipps: Challenge #2 Winners Announced!

By Emily Johns, High School Program Coordinator

Thank you to all the schools that submitted entries for Challenge #2, Shade Our Schools – Leaves Are Cool!  This second challenge of the 2019-2020 school year was also the Fairchild Challenge Global Challenge....

Ask Dr. Phipps: Saving Perennials

By Phipps Master Gardeners

Have a question about your perennials, houseplants or turf grass? Worried about pests in the garden, hydrangeas that won't bloom, or tomatoes that died on the vine? Dr. Phipps can help! Ask Dr. Phipps is a free service...

This Week at Phipps: Dec. 9 – 15

By Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...

#bioPGH Blog: Owl Prowls

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Research and Science Education Outreach Manager

Owl prowls are my current favorite wintry evening activity - have you ever attended one?

One Pot Indian Cooking: Moong Dhal Kitchedi

By Jayashree Iyengar, founder and owner of Popping Mustard Seeds

In this Let’s Move Pittsburgh spotlight, we are featuring this blog post written by a Phipps’ favorite, Jayashree Iyengar. As the first instructor of the Phipps' culinary arts classes, Jayashree continues to bring...