This week's guest is Helena LaPorte-Burns, the New York Botanical Garden’s Director of Public Programming. She is currently pursuing a Masters in Urban Policy and Leadership from Hunter College The NYBG has been a connective hub among people, plants, and the planet since 1891. Rooted in the cultural fabric of New York City, in the heart of the Bronx - its greenest borough. For more than 130 years, millions of visitors have made the Garden a part of their lives, exploring the joy, beauty, and respite of nature. NYBG's 250 acres are home to renowned exhibitions, immersive botanical experiences, art and music, and events with some of the most influential figures in plant and fungal science, horticulture, and the humanities. Resource Links Mentioned During The Show: https://www.nybg.org/ https://www.fertilome.com/ Listen to all of our gardening podcasts here: http://gardeningpodcasts.com/ Join our gardening podcast and radio show Garden America LIVE every Saturday from 8-10 AM Pacific Time on Facebook. Tune in to ask questions, converse with fellow gardeners, or just enjoy the show. WEBSITE: https://www.gardenamerica.com/ FACEBOOK: / gardenamericashow INSTAGRAM: / gardenamericaradioshow TWITTER: / gardenliferadio TIKTOK: / gardenamerica Transcending surface-level tips, Garden America explores the science and culture that yield true growing experiences. Gardening questions on your mind? Drop us a line or tune in daily for hands-on advice, biological breakthroughs, and trusted product info from our gardening gurus. Garden America is truly your current trends gardening experience. Look no further for garden knowledge, garden tools, garden accessories, unique garden plants never seen before & more.
