#bioPGH: The Secret Life of Seeds

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

From fires to guts, what are some of the weird and quirky seed needs out there? Let's explore!

Game Ideas for a Virtual Playdate

By Sarah Cullo, LMP Program Coordinator

Social Distancing is still the name of the game! But we have a year of experience, coming up with creative and clever ways to get active and be social. Host a virtual playdate that is truly interactive with these games made...

This Week at Phipps: Feb. 22 – 28

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...

The Making of The Hidden Life of Trolls Part 1: From Folklore to Phipps

By Jenna Bodnar, Communications Manager

In this blog series, go behind the scenes to discover how Summer Flower Show: The Hidden Life of Trolls came to be.

#bioPGH: Not a Fish Out of Water - A Fish in the Winter!

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

What happens to fish in the winter time? Let's explore!

Volunteer Spotlight: Ben Guthrie

By Abby Krick

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...

This Week at Phipps: Feb. 15 – 21

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...

Small Gardens, Big Impact: Colorful Micro-Garden

By Juliette Olshock

As the growing season comes to a close, we will be highlighting gardens of Western Pennsylvania that inspire us with their beauty and their positive impact on the environment.

Plant-Forward Plates with the UPMC Health Plan

By Maris Altieri RD, LMP Coordinator

Are you interested in creating vegetarian or vegan meals but aren’t sure where to start? Enjoy this recording of our Plant-Forward Plates class offered in December with the UPMC Health Plan. This 30 minute class includes a...

#bioPGH Blog: Skunk Cabbages - The Late Winter Stinker

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

Even before the winter-spring lines begin to blur, skunk cabbages remind us of the season to come!

This Week at Phipps: Feb. 8 – 14

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...

Veggie Stuffed Nachos with Cashew Queso and Green Sauce

By Maris Altieri RD, LMP Coordinator

Confession: I'm terrible at following recipes. Cookbooks serve as makeshift tofu presses and dust collectors in my kitchen. My bookmarks folder is packed with links to different food blogs, only to be untouched good intentions....

#bioPGH Blog: Coopers, and Sharpies, and Merlins - Oh My!

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

Are there any birds of prey that you have trouble distinguishing on site? Here are mine!

This Week at Phipps: Feb. 1 – 7

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 otherwise....