Stories from the Botanic Gardens

From what's blooming to the latest botanical science research, discover the stories that make the Botanic Gardens unforgettable places for science, horticulture and leisure.

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The plant disease myrtle rust is impacting at least 350 Australian plant species, with some on their way to becoming extinct in the wild. Genetic information is helping to guide collection of myrtle rust impacted species for safe storage in botanic gardens.

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The Research Centre for Ecosystem Resilience team (ReCER) team gathered at the Crommelin Field Station at Pearl Beach in May to ponder how to ensure our research continues to best inform the restoration and conservation of resilient ecosystems.

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You might think you know fungi, but there is so much to discover about the delightful and deadly world of this special group of diverse organisms.  

Grey Bourke Venus Fly Trap Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah

We’ve all been fascinated by carnivorous plants, but can become disappointed as winter approaches and our precious plant turns brown and dies. But did it?

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Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan

The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan is home to the largest paper daisy display in Eastern Australia. 

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A team of researchers led by the Australian Institute of Botanical Science have assembled the complete genome of the striking species Telopea speciosissima. 

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Conservation genomic research by the Research Centre for Ecosystem Resilience (ReCER) at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney. 

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Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah

An extraordinary, otherworldly display of rare bright turquoise blooms is a sight not to be missed at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah.

Horticulture
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Gardens allow us to perceive and experience the world around us. Therapeutic and sensory gardens are extra special as they engage our five familiar senses. 

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A new research project by the Research Centre for Ecosystem Resilience (ReCER) is exploring how genomic information can guide the restoration of threatened ecological communities. 

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Discover how restoration practitioners can use the Restore and Renew web tools to consider genetic information and climate change when sourcing material for restoration.

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