Tag Archives: insects

Purple Passions of High Summer

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Green Farmacy Garden

Celebrating our second annual Children’s Day gathering and diverse reptiles, amphibians, and insects who thrive amid the breathtaking floral diversity of the Garden and grounds Continue reading →

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Snakes and Skinks and Newts, Oh My!

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Green Farmacy Garden

Celebrating our second annual Children’s Day gathering and diverse reptiles, amphibians, and insects who thrive amid the breathtaking floral diversity of the Garden and grounds Continue reading →

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May Migratory Visitors and New Plants to Share

Posted on June 5, 2025 by Green Farmacy Garden

Learn about fruit & nut tree and medicinal plant seedlings to be offered and glimpse colorful wildlife residents & visitors Continue reading →

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Verdant Views, Buzzing Blooms, & Seasonable Support

Posted on May 8, 2025 by Green Farmacy Garden

As the Garden and grounds burst with blossoms & wildlife, we request community support and offer a flash t-shirt drive and diverse public events Continue reading →

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Getting into the Swing of Spring

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Green Farmacy Garden

Spring’s a key season to observe plants in early stages. This post highlights identification tips for several species emerging in and around the Garden, with a special Employment announcement – CEI is hiring an Agroecology Program Manager! Continue reading →

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Signs of Life: 2025’s First Blooms and Events

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Green Farmacy Garden

This month we celebrate our 2024 impact and note early signs of plant and animal life starting their season Continue reading →

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Centering Connection

Posted on November 6, 2024 by Green Farmacy Garden

How ’bout that sunshine, dear friends of The Green Farmacy Garden?!Please enjoy this snapshot of the Garden’s glorious golden Ginkgo leaf carpet this afternoon. We want to thank all who joined us for our Annual Harvest Gala and made the … Continue reading →

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It’s Spooky Season!

Posted on October 4, 2024 by Green Farmacy Garden

Welcome to Spooky Season, dear friends of The Green Farmacy Garden! In our area, you’ve surely noticed nuts and leaves starting to blanket the ground and show off their transformative processes — whether decay or regeneration. These annual occurrences at … Continue reading →

August Scenes: Fruits, Flowers, and Arboreal Reincarnation

Posted on September 6, 2024 by Green Farmacy Garden

The Green Farmacy Garden is transitioning to fall, with ripening Peterson Pawpaws, figs, and persimmons. Late-blooming flowers and diverse wildlife uplift, and witnessing literal rebirth entrances. Continue reading →

Diverse Delights: Summer Snapshot of GFG Flora and Fauna

Posted on August 3, 2024 by Green Farmacy Garden

The Green Farmacy Garden experienced extreme weather this summer, affecting plant life. Notable encounters include a Great Blue Heron and a trumpet-blowing doe. The garden’s Myoga plant blossomed, and Bai Zhi (Angelica dahurica) was a standout biennial. Insect observations included Spotted Lanternflies and a diverse array of other species. The Garden invites visitors to explore its public events and programs. Continue reading →

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