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THE OBSERVER April 27, 2022
Environment
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Bronx in Bloom: A Closer Look at the New York Botanical Garden
Flowers of all shapes and colors return to the garden this season PHOTOS BY ALICE MORENO/THE OBSERVER
A viola — much like its name — dons a bright violet appearance, interspersed with yellow highlights. These plants do not survive during the summer due to the heat. By ALICE MORENO Asst. Multimedia Editor
As the spring season approaches, the transition from dead trees and brown grass to the plethora of greenery and colorful arrays of flowers is unmissable. After a long and treacherous winter, a stroll in the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) on a sunny day is much needed. The NYBG — located across the street from Fordham University’s Rose Hill campus at 2900 Southern Blvd. — first opened its gates in 1897. It houses about 250 acres of flowers, trees and shrubs ranging from species local to New York to exotic plants from all over the world. It is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Take part in the return of this rejuvenating season by viewing the pictures taken by a member of The Observer’s multimedia team.
The daffodils gently blow in the wind on Perennial Garden Way.
A curved row of colorful tulips sits by the daffodils.
Upon entry to the New York Botanical Garden, visitors are greeted by trees that are currently in bloom.
A rabbit frolics among the greenery in the garden.
The Enid A. Haupt Conservatory — which was renovated in 2020 — houses plants from various habitats, ranging from rainforests to deserts, giving visitors a chance to experience plants from a myriad of regions.
The Native Plant Garden contains plants that are indigenous to the United States. Wildlife, such as squirrels, can be seen roaming around this area.
An array of potted plants and shrubs in all shapes and sizes are seen in the gardens.
