The Webster Viridarium
Spreading Mulch Warning
By Angie
/ May 30, 2026
Wear Gloves! Spreading mulch on your garden beads, not only improves soil health, it helps conserves water, and enhances your…
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Why not to buy Ladybugs
By Webster Arboretum
/ March 15, 2026
While in theory a grand idea, in practice, purchasing live ladybugs online or from a local garden stores is largely…
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Can I compost this?
By Webster Arboretum
/ March 10, 2026
Can I compost this? Citrus? Shrimp shells? Corks? Stink bugs? Whether or not to put these unusual items on your compost heap.
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Shamrock Plants
By Webster Arboretum
/ March 7, 2026
It doesn’t have to be St. Patrick’s Day to enjoy the charm of the shamrock plant. Shamrock plants, commonly sold…
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British Gardeners
By Angie
/ February 24, 2026
Why turn to British Gardeners? There is no “G” in HGTV. I know it looks like it’s there, but it’s…
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Poinsettia Care
By Webster Arboretum
/ December 21, 2025
Keep your poinsettias looking good through Christmas! Our poinsettia care tips that will help keep your plants looking festive for…
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Seed Bombs
By Angie
/ December 12, 2025
How to make your own seed bombs When seed bombs or seed balls began gaining popularity about a dozen years…
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Planting Garlic
By Webster Arboretum
/ October 14, 2025
Planting Garlic With the warmer weather we’ve been having there’s still time to plant garlic for next year. For our…
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Mosquito Joe
By Webster Arboretum
/ August 25, 2025
When Mosquito Joe comes to your neighborhood, he’s killing far more than mosquitos. Their logo may say “Mosquito”, but it…
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Butterfly Conservation
By Webster Arboretum
/ August 18, 2025
Highway 13 Butterfly Conservation Trail An exciting new Butterfly conservation project is taking shape in the state of Missouri. A…
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Our Campari Experiment
By Webster Arboretum
/ August 10, 2025
Our Campari Experiment As an experiment, we started Campari seedlings indoors in March, from tomatoes purchased at Wegmans. If you’re…
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Mosquito Control
By Webster Arboretum
/ July 29, 2025
It’s difficult to find anything good to say about mosquitoes, biting flies, or ticks. Wouldn’t we all like a simple,…
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Niagara on the Lake
By Webster Arboretum
/ July 24, 2025
Photos from a recent visit to Niagara on the Lake for the Shaw Festival and the Niagara on the Lake…
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White Flower Farms
By Webster Arboretum
/ July 14, 2025
Flock Finger Lakes and Summer Rayne Oakes tour of one of our favourite nurseries, White Flower Farms.
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Scarlet Lily Beetles
By Zoe
/ June 9, 2025
Hey Zoe, For the past few weeks I’ve noticed these bright red beetles on my lilies causing all kinds of…
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Yellowing Tomato Leaves
By Zoe
/ June 9, 2025
Hi Zoe, Why are the lower leaves on my tomato plants turning yellow? I’ve been growing tomatoes for years and…
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Growing Tomatoes
By Webster Arboretum
/ May 13, 2025
Growing Tomatoes Growing tomatoes in Webster, NY (Zone 6a) requires attention to climate, soil, and timing! Tomatoes thrive in warm…
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Hummingbird Nectar
By Webster Arboretum
/ May 13, 2025
Our recommendations for making Hummingbird Nectar and building a Hummingbird friendly garden. Making nectar for hummingbirds is straightforward, safe, and…
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Planting Dahlias
By Zoe
/ May 10, 2025
With their stunning and long lasting blooms, Dahlias are a stunning addition to any garden. The middle of May is…
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