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orange and purple flowers
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The bright green foliage of a maidenhair fern.

Plant Names Tell Their Stories: Maidenhair Ferns

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Morris Arboretum & Gardens hosts several of the over 200 species of maidenhair ferns. The maiden commemorated in the name is none other than Venus—the Greek goddess of love, beauty, sex, fertility, and victory.

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A large bright yellow peony flower with a mustard yellow and pink center.

The Measured Magic of Molly the Witch

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The flowering of this peony is one of those sparkling moments in the garden that we look forward to each April.

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Four people stand in a row against a brick wall holding award plaques.

Production Arborist of the Year

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Congratulations to our Chief Arborist Peter Fixler, was awarded Production Arborist of the Year by the Penn-Del Chapter of the ISA at their annual symposium!

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A man in a yellow shirt and tan bucket hat talks with several people.

Volunteer Spotlight: A Miller's Tale

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Springfield Mills volunteer tells of lessons learned as the grandson and son of millers.

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Green prickly chestnut tree burrs

Saving the American Chestnut

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The Morris is on the list to receive some of the first Darling 58 offspring when they become available.