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Praiseworthy Plants: Summer Walk

Speaker

Bobby Mottern

Build your plant knowledge and appreciation on a guided walk through Duke Gardens. Director of horticulture Bobby Mottern will lead a 90-minute walk through different garden areas, introducing you to the seasonal splendor of plants in peak color, flower, fruit and ornamentality. Beyond their beautiful appearance, marvel at the magnificent feats plants perform in the landscape, from supporting wildlife, cleaning stormwater, stabilizing the soil and more. Meet on the patio behind the Doris Duke Center. Fee: $16; free for Duke Gardens members with free code. Registration is at https://rsvp.duke.edu/g1nKqO. Duke Gardens, Duke University, 420 Anderson St., Durham, N.C., 27705. gardens.duke.edu. Information: 919-668-1707, gardenseducation@duke.edu

Categories

Natural Sciences, Tour, Workshop/Short Course