Do you have a magnolia tree, but you arent sure what species it is? Thinking of planting a magnolia in your yard, but dont know what variety to plant? Just love magnolias and cant ever get enough info about them? Then we have a morning for you!
New! Updated! BEHIND THE BLOOMS: MAGNOLIAS Did you enjoy the spectacular early magnolia bloom this spring? Do you have a magnolia tree, but not sure what it is? Discover the amazing world of magnolias and find new trees for your landscape! Join Kunso Kim, Head of Collections and Curator at the Arboretum, and other Arboretum experts, for a morning of magnolia excitement. Learn about the magnolias rich history and deep evolutionary roots as you view a presentation on stunning magnolia blooms and hybrids for the Midwestern landscape. Bring a small branch of a magnolia from your garden, and we will identify it! Plus, examine rare books and botanical prints from the special collections of the Sterling Morton Library, including Georg Dionysius Ehrets spectacular Magnolia and the very dramatic Magnolia campbellii found in Illustrations of Himalayan Plants. After a break for refreshments and coffee, venture out on a hike to explore the specimens and seldom-seen species in the Arboretums extensive magnolia collections, recently designated a significant collection by the North American Plant Collections Consortium. Hone your tree identification skills by examining form and foliage morphology of different magnolia species; learn how to grow a wide range of common and unusual magnolias, including new hybrids and Asian magnolias; and find out what is being done to protect magnolia diversity today. Walk away with an expanded appreciation of magnolias and new ideas for how to add their large flowers, large leaves, elegant colors and exotic scents to any garden. Note: Coffee and light refreshments will be provided. Held indoors and outdoors. Supplies: Please dress for walking, including sturdy shoes and weather appropriate attire, and bring materials for taking notes. H138. Saturday, May 5; 9 am 11:30. Sterling Morton Library. $25 (non- members $32). Limit 40. Register today! Click the link: http://preview.tinyurl.com/7jk4ece; call 630-719-2468; or email [email protected].
