This Week at Phipps: Sept. 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 otherwise. 

Open Daily: 

• Tropical Forest Panama: Bridge to Biodiversity
  Embark on a spectacular journey through the lush vegetation and vibrant culture of Panama, the incredibly biodiverse land bridge connecting North and South America, in our immersive new Tropical Forest Conservatory exhibit
• Growing Community Through Food
  Open now in Phipps' Edible Garden, Growing Community Through Food celebrates six of our dedicated and resourceful neighbors working in large and small ways across our region to ensure that everyone can enjoy fresh, affordable (and tasty!) food.
• Metamorphosis: A Youth Sustainable Art and Fashion Exhibit
  Enjoy a sustainable gallery full of art created by the Pittsburgh Youth Leaders in Sustainability Network from Carnegie Mellon University’s Sustainability Initiative and Phipps' Youth Climate Advocacy Committee (YCAC) now in Phipps' Center for Sustainable Landscapes.
• Native Plants of Southwestern Pennsylvania and Their Bird Associates and Pollinators
  In Phipps' Garden Center, plant lovers of all ages can now enjoy stunning illustrations of native plants and their pollinators symbiotic relationships. 
• Planets Earth Virtual Exhibit
  A dynamic exhibit at the Center for Sustainable Landscapes (and now online) addresses the pressing environmental issues of our time and proposes a new way of thinking about how to solve them.

Mon., Sept. 22:

• Growing Garlic Basics | 6 – 7 p.m.
  Discover the essentials of growing your own garlic! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this virtual workshop covers everything you need to know from the different types of garlic, to tips on harvesting, best methods for storage and more to help you cultivate your own homegrown garlic!
• Native Bulbs and Their Allies | 6 – 7 p.m.
  Native North American bulbs can make great additions to your spring and summer gardens. Learn how to plant and care for Canada lilies, eastern camas, violet wood sorrel and allied species such as Jack-in-the-pulpit, bloodroot and dwarf crested iris. Leave with a list of “bulbs” suitable for many garden settings.

Wed., Sept. 17: 

• In-Person Story Time | 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
  Kids will love visiting Phipps to listen to our storyteller weave tales about gardens, fruits, vegetables, animals and other fun topics. Attend weekly sessions with a special child in your life.

Sat., Sept. 27: 

• Rain Garden Walking Tour | 10 a.m. – Noon
  Join UpstreamPgh for a rain garden tour in the Nine Mile Run Watershed! We’ll visit a residential rain garden and public green stormwater site to learn how this infrastructure promotes climate justice. We’ll discuss the types of plants that are best suited for rain gardens, steps you can take to help manage stormwater at your home and UpstreamPgh's new Environmental Justice Watershed Plan.

Photos  © Paul g. Wiegman