Heading into the weekend… eating SCONES!
Breakfast Tips & Tricks from Chef Matt of the Blue Palmetto Cafe With the world turning upside down, it is time for some comfort in the kitchen. Nothing says comfort […]
A Bird’s Eye View of a Controlled Burn
Being good stewards means returning fire to the land. Soaring above the Gardens, you see a patchwork of lands: the geometric lines of the orange groves, a shimmering blue lake,
Nature Provides a Box of Treasures
When I ask myself, “What is the most important thing I could do for the Earth today and every day?” the answer for me always comes down to teaching children
In Praise of Wildflowers: A historical look at the 1932 Festival for Wild Flowers
Our Gardens and preserve lands are colored by the beautiful rotation of native wildflowers. In 1932, the Gardens’ leadership was recognizing the importance of protecting wildflowers. The Festival for the
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Flights of Fancy
Edward Bok loved birds and one of his purposes in creating the gardens was that it should be not only a refuge for people but for birds as well. “There
Bok’s Bird Sanctuary
In 1921, Edward Bok spent his winter months in Mountain Lake community, walking up “Iron Mountain” and admiring the dramatic sunsets and birdlife. He decided to create the Gardens on
The Rich History of Earth Day: Celebrating 50 Years
Earth Day at Bok Tower Gardens has been one of the highlights of our calendar for many years. The Gardens usually hosts thousands of children from across Central Florida for
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Not a Bloom But Still Has Some BOOM!
Quercus texana ‘Corley’s Firecracker’ Corley’s firecracker Texas red oak This beautiful tree has recently been planted in the east section of the Pollinator Garden. This unusual tree flushes red new
Discover An Attitude of Gratitude
Delight in the Details! As we navigate through this health crisis, we need tools to help cultivate an attitude of gratitude. Immune systems are bolstered by a positive mental outlook.
Happier with Haikus: Celebrate National Haiku Day
It is National Haiku Poetry Day! Haikus are Japanese poems inspired by nature. They are easy to write because there are only a few rules: these poems have three lines,
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