This blog post was written by “Sticky” Steve Morrison and was originally published in 2012. With his permission, we are sharing this information better to understand the impacts of our controlled burns. Learn more about … Read More
Pickle Juice Salad Dressing
Ever wonder what to do with the pickle juice that remains in the jar after you have finished eating all the pickles? Here is a great way to utilize leftover pickle juice while creating a … Read More
Cissy’s Green Banana Hash Browns
This recipe was developed by Cissy Stanko, a member of the Bok Tower Gardens Education Team. Green bananas and plantains are a great substitute for potatoes. This recipe is a favorite at my house when … Read More
Stephen’s Green Papaya Salad
Becoming a resilient gardener is more important than ever before. Preparing delicious dishes is the reward for growing and cultivating a healthy garden. Papaya is filled with nutrients, making it a great source of vitamins … Read More
Practically Perfect Porterweed
Porterweed (Stachytarpheta) at Bok Tower Gardens Stachytarpheta is a large genus of predominantly Neotropical herbs and shrubs in the vervain family (Verbenaceae). Collectively referred to as porterweeds, the genus name derives from the Greek ‘stachys’, … Read More
Celebrating Scholarship with Chanticleer Scholar Whitney Costner
One of the highest honors among the public garden academic community is being named a Chanticleer Scholar. This accolade was recently bestowed upon by Whitney Costner, a member of the Bok Tower Gardens team. The … Read More
A Pop of Yellow
Partridge Pea Chamaecrista fasciculata A prolific reseeding native. The seeds are a wonderful source of food for birds. Additionally, the wide habit this plant exhibits (often growing between one and three feet wide) provides wonderful … Read More
Lovelier with Lilies
Few plant species elicit more astonishment than the giant water lilies of tropical South America. Named in honor of Queen Victoria, the Amazon water lily (Victoria amazonica) and the Santa Cruz water lily (Victoria cruziana) … Read More
Camp Bok Recipe: Strawberry Watermelon Ice Pops
August 3rd is National Watermelon Day! Cool off with this frozen treat that combines fresh watermelon with sweet strawberries! What a winning combination. The sweetness for these pops comes directly from the pureed fruits – … Read More
Camp Bok Recipe: Orange Blueberry Freezer Jam
With only four ingredients, this freezer jam is quick, easy and so delicious. Adding fresh citrus flavors helps to balance sweetness and gives jam a zest! Fresh blueberries are harvested in Florida during the month … Read More