A SEASONAL PUBLICATION OF NEWS, EVENTS AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

NutshellSPRING 2014

from Executive Director Luke MessingerThe 2014 spring season brings some of our highest visitation, new and unique programming and views of our grounds filled with cherry blossoms, crab apples, magnolias, and many more trees and shrubs worth seeing.

Special events on the horizon include the Arbor Day Festival on April 26 presented by Park National Bank; The Plant Sale & Garden Fair on May 17 and our 34th Annual Bonsai Show happening June 14 & 15.

If you had a chance to visit The Arboretum this winter (despite record low temperatures!), you may have seen construction tape and “closed” signs around the Japanese Garden. This area continues undergoing renovation and is currently not open to visitors. The stepping stones that lead across the pond are being reinforced for safety. Other major stonework in this garden includes placing boulders weighing between 500 and 3,000 pounds!

The Meditation House timber frame is being rebuilt in March. The roof and stucco on this structure will follow shortly after.

If you are interested in a look at the garden’s progress, visit during the month of June 2014. The garden will open temporarilyin early summer and close again July 1, 2014, allowing for a continuation of this multi-year project. The renovation of this garden is being funded, in large part, through the annual appeal. Please consider giving a gift using the envelope inside this Nutshell.

Watch for details on summer upcoming programs and events in our next issue. Highlights include Ales in the Garden, Dog Walk Night Hike and Historic Potluck Lunch & Recipe Swap. For children’s programming, consider bringing kids to Little Buckeye Imagination Sessions or signing them up for our summer camps. Camp Dawes promotes life-long learning and appreciation of the world around us. Check our website for more information on these and other upcoming programs and events.

Japanese Garden Renovation

Cherry Blossoms

Kids Programs

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ArboretumUpdates

Spring—it’s one of our most exciting times of year at The Arboretum! As

you read through this Nutshell, take note of programs you ‘d like to sign up for as well as special events you

plan to attend. We would like to thank you, our supporters, who allow

us to continue our mission of trees, history and nature. We are continually

improving upon our organization because of your contributions. We

appreciate feedback, so please contact us at information@dawesarb.org with

questions or comments. Enjoy the issue!

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Xanthoceras sorbifolium xanthoceras (syn. shinyleaf yellowhorn)

ARBORETUM PLANT SHOWCASE

Somewhat a bizarre name, but a wonderful small deciduous tree/large shrub, 20’ tall and about half as wide. I wish North America could claim this beauty but, truth is, its native earth address is northern China. At least it’s hardy in USDA Zone 5!

Common name xanthoceras is the same as its Latin genus but for those partial to “normal” monikers, shinyleaf yellowhorn fits the bill —except, even this name is a bit strange, not sounding much like the name of a pretty plant.

Let’s see—leaves shiny, alternate, pinnately compound, 5-8” long consisting of 9-17 narrow leaflets, 1½ to 2½” long. Shiny leaves explain part of the name; but, the yellowhorn part is a bit more esoteric. Literature states yellowhorn comes from, “long horn-like appendages on the floral disc.” Yeah, that’ll work.

Foliage emerges early, flowers occurring along with new leaves at a time when frost can zap the whole kit and caboodle; which is why it’s best not to site this plant in a frost pocket. It does better on hot, dry sites, either full sun or light shade.

It’s a shame the rather large, showy white flowers in April and May don’t have a scent. The five petals and sepals are 1 to 1¼” across. At flower onset, insides of the corollas are yellow, turning a dark pink. Both colors occur simultaneously which, to me, provides a tropical effect. Fruit are in a three-valved capsule when produced.

When it’s in bloom, mid April to first week in May, the attractive erect panicles become quite noticeable. I’ve seen cars stop and passengers jump out to check the label when our specimen blooms near Pershing Avenue. Wish I were a fly on the car’s upholstery to hear the ensuing conversation, “Exan …tha… circus… I don’t know!”

by Mike Ecker, Director of Horticulture

Training Young TreesSaturday, May 31, 2014 | 9am – noon$15/$10 members

Achieving a strong structure in a young tree in the first five to seven years is critical to ensure a healthy tree. Join Director of Horticulture Mike Ecker as he instructs participants on making pruning decisions that are best for your plants. A young tree should be visited at least once per year so decisions can be made and action taken to direct proper development. Learn how to prune as well as become proficient in determining how best to direct the development of a young tree.

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Dorothy Y. Mann, 1924-2014The Dawes Arboretum mourns the loss of a friend and long-time supporter, Dorothy Y. Mann. Her mother, Dorothy Dawes Young, was the daughter of Arboretum founders, Beman and Bertie Dawes.

Mrs. Mann occupied her mother’s seat on The Arboretum’s Board of Trustees beginning in 1958, and served as chair from 1975-1982. Highlights during her term as Chair include the creation of the All Seasons Garden (1977), collection of The Arboretum’s first herbarium specimens (1980), and establishment of the Ohio Regional Bonsai Show (1981).

Dorothy’s proudest accomplishment during her time on the board was the construction of the Henry Dawes Visitors Center (1980), “because Henry did so much for The Arboretum,” she explained.

After her retirement from the board in 1982, Mrs. Mann remained keenly interested in Arboretum events and donated funds for the construction of the former Concert Stage and the Saddlespan™ Stage Cover.

Dorothy Mann and her late husband, Richard, were known to be active supporters of The Arboretum and appreciative of the staff’s accomplishments. Dorothy’s presence at The Dawes Arboretum will be deeply missed.

Donations honoring Dorothy’s memory can be mailed to The Arboretum. Her children will be notified of all contributors.

Premiering during the Arbor Day Festival on April 26, four different exhibits are unveiled within the spruced-up History Center focusing on the history of The Arboretum, our founders Beman and Bertie Dawes, The Arboretum’s Tree Dedications and the Pure Oil Company. A former garage located behind the Daweswood House Museum, the C. Burr Dawes History Center, has transformed into a mini-museum. It is now dedicated to promoting the history of The Arboretum and its founders. The exhibits are free to view on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 3pm.

The exhibits feature historical advertising from The Arboretum, our Deed of Trust, suit and dress from our founders, Pure Oil petroliana and home movies taken of early Tree Dedicators. Make sure to stop back often as the exhibits change with new artifacts from our collection.

Arboretum History Exhibit Opening

Thank you to the Morgan County Master Gardeners for joining us on October 3, 2013, to participate in D.A.W.E.S. (Destroy Alien Weeds Enforcement Squad!)

In memory of James & Jody Imboden, a bench has been labeled by Chip & Anne Weiant. The bench will be located in the Japanese Garden.

Quincy Robe, Charlotte Robe, Mariwynne Winton, Peggy Junnand Edward Fugiicawa

Tributes & Memorials

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As wildlife awakens, snow melts and the first buds open, The Arboretum’s 1,800 acres are waiting to be explored by you! Take time to enjoy the season. Hike our trails, drive through the Auto Tour, or relax on a bench or picnic table while appreciating nature’s beauty.

Spring!

Plant Sale Preview!All donors of $100 or more in the last year receive an invitation to Plant Sale Preview. Invitation to this event allows you to have the first selection of plants, attend a lively educational program on the plants for sale and interact with staff to provide advice. Your support is vital to Arboretum operations! Donate online today at www.dawesarb.org to receive your invitation.

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Plant Sale & Garden FairSaturday, May 17, 2014 | 9am – 3pm

Enhance your landscape with unique plants cultivated by horticulture experts! The spring Plant Sale & Garden Fair offers the opportunity to find some rare gems you can’t find anywhere else. The Arboretum showcases some favorite woody varieties which have been researched on grounds. Merchants and professionals offer wares and services in all areas of gardening, landscaping and home décor. Choose from an assortment of annuals, perennials, herbs and vegetables. Our plant experts are always on hand to help you with questions or give advice on shrub and tree selections. Wagons are available to transport your treasures. Lunch is available for purchase. Proceeds from the sale benefit The Arboretum’s collections and grounds.

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April 26, 201410am – 4pm | Admission is free!

Arbor Day the 2014

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Celebrate trees and nature! Expect a fun-filled day with many community organizations and hands-on learning opportunities for families including crafts, displays and tree climbing. The festival features The Turtle Lady

and her amazing reptile and amphibian friends! Performances are 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm. The Arboretum is showcasing a plant sale offering a variety of nursery plants. The first 250 families receive a free

tree to take home and plant!

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In 2009, The Dawes Arboretum introduced to Licking County the concept of a trail that encourages family fun, literacy and exercise. StoryTrailTM was enjoyed by visitors, both young and old, and a tradition was born. This summer, The Arboretum revisits a favorite storybook installation—In the Tall, Tall Grass, by Denise Fleming. Visitors can run, skip, hop or simply stroll along while reading this beloved children’s story extended over 16 signs posted on a stroller-friendly trail.

Join us for the Opening Celebration on Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Time: 2pm—during Little Buckeye Imagination Session Where: Visitors Center Deck Cost: Free event, held rain or shine Who: Bring a friend, everyone is welcome!

The Licking County Library joins us on opening day with crafts and fun! Explore this exciting opportunity to share your love of nature and reading with your whole family. StoryTrailTM

is accessible June through October during regular Arboretum hours.

StoryTrailTM

Tradition

Register Kids for Summer Camps!Day camps that are fun, educational and affordable are at the core of what The Dawes Arboretum offers. Camp Dawes focuses on exploring the natural environment and takes campers wading through streams, hiking the grounds and learning about the environment through games and crafts. New camps are now offered for creative expression, such as Garden Artists, or current trends in child interests, like Plants vs. Zombies! Each themed camp exposes the campers to new skills and boosts learning through play in a safe and nurturing environment. Registration for camps is going on now! Visit www.dawesarb.org.

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Arboretum Inspires Students through New Program In September 2012, The Dawes Arboretum launched The Fairchild Challenge in partnership with Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. This program offers environmental outreach to high school students by giving teachers a unique tool to deliver core curriculum. Students are given the opportunity to be creative while investigating environmental issues. C-TEC instructor Jennifer Evans Kinsley describes a recent challenge:

“Early in September, GHS Environmental Studies educator Jim Reding and I accepted an invitation to attend a meeting at The Dawes Arboretum. The purpose was to learn about a new opportunity for student competition in our area. The Fairchild Challenge offers students an opportunity to research a natural resources/conservation issue and create a presentation or product that educates the public about that problem. The problem we selected was THE PLIGHT OF THE BEES. Our classes teamed informally, in that Mr. Reding’s AP Environmental Studies and Ecology students conducted research about Colony Collapse Disorder and conceived potential slogans, while the C-TEC VCA students worked as the “creative” team and designed logos.  Each VCA senior and junior student designed a logo. We worked as a group to critique our logos and make a selection of four (our submission limit) to send on to the Fairchild jurors at Dawes. 

The logo design by C-TEC Visual Communications student Josiah Gastineau (junior from Utica High School), around the slogan LET IT BEE (conceived by McGlynn Cauchon, Granville High School Junior Ecology), was selected as first place recipient. His logo was paired with a 500-word research essay by Madeline Vanderink (Senior, GHS AP Environmental Science). Participation in this competition allowed an authentic design-team experience for our students, and one which reaches outside the classroom or school campuses, and to an audience consisting of the students’ larger community and culture. Thank you to The Dawes Arboretum and The Fairchild Challenge for providing our students with such a challenge!”

Jennifer Evans Kinsley Instructor,  C-TEC Visual Communications, KAP Digital Imaging, GHS Art Foundations

Below: Madeline Vanderink and McGlynn Cauchon (Granville High School); Josiah Gastineau (C-TEC of Licking County Visual Communications at GHS)

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For full program and event descriptions, or to register, visit our calendar at www.dawesarb.org. Space is limited. Registration is required unless noted. Early registration is suggested. Register at dawesarb.org or call 800.44.DAWES.

Programs & Events

March

1, 15 & 29, April 5 | Saturdays Ohio Sustainable Landscape Certificate (4-part series)9am – 11am | $80/$65 per student

4 | Tuesday Home School Investigations: Maple Syrup Season10 – 11:30am | $5 per student

7 | Friday Cub Scout Night Hike6:30 – 8pm | Free, patch available for $5, no registration required

13 | Thursday Storybook Science : Little Cloud10 – 10:45am; OR 1 – 1:45pm | Free, donations welcome, no registration required

15 | Saturday Essential Botany for Gardeners

9 – 11am | $15/$10 members

18 | Tuesday Home School Investigations: An Arboretum Adventure10 – 11:30am | $5 per student

29 | Saturday Principles of Pruning9am – noon | $20/$15 members

April

1 | Tuesday Home School Investigations: Woodland Wildflowers 10 – 11:30am | $5 per student

5 | Saturday

Growing & Saving Heirloom Vegetable Seeds 9am – noon | $30/$20 members

Sow your own tray of seeds to take home and enjoy unique varieties of vegetables and herbs you won’t find on your grocery’s shelves.

10 | ThursdayStorybook Science: Turtle Splash! 10 – 10:45am; OR 1 – 1:45pm | Free, donations welcome, no registration required

12 | SaturdayMS Walkathon | 8am – noon

Register through the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Ohio Buckeye Chapter at msohiowalk.org.

12 & 19 | Saturdays Beginning Bonsai Series 9am – noon | $45/$35 members

15 | Tuesday Home School Investigations: Ponds and Aquatic Ecosystems 10 – 11:30am | $5 per student

24 | ThursdayStorybook Science: The Surprise Garden 10 – 10:45am; OR 1 – 1:45pm | Free, donations welcome, no registration required

25 & 26 | Friday & SaturdayGirl Scouts: Arbor Day Overnight & Service Opportunity 6pm, Friday – 5pm, Saturday | $4 per participant Red Barn Area

26 | SaturdayArbor Day Festival 10am – 4pm | Free! Details on page 7!

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11 | WednesdayStoryTrailTM Opening/ Little Buckeye Imagination Session 2 – 4pm | Free

14 &15 | Saturday & SundayBonsai Show 11am – 5pm | Free

18 | WednesdayLittle Buckeye Imagination Session: Water Life2 – 3pm | Free

21 | SaturdayThe Spectacular World of Native Conifers9am – noon | $15/$10 members

21 | SaturdayPruning Conifers1 – 3pm | $15/$10 members

25 | WednesdayLittle Buckeye Imagination Session: Speak for the Trees2 – 3pm | Free

28 | SaturdayGirl Scout Intro to Fishing10am – noon | $4 per scout

28 | SaturdayFairy Gardening10am – noon | $40/$35 members

$20 voucher included to Daweswood Gifts! Find out more at dawesarb.org.

29 | TuesdayHome School Investigations: Pollinators at Work 10 – 11:30am | $5 per student

May

3 | SaturdayFirst Saturday Wagon Tour: Spring Color10 – 11am | Free

8 | ThursdayStorybook Science: In the Small, Small Pond10 – 10:45am; OR 1 – 1:45pm | Free, donations welcome, no registration required

17 | SaturdayPlant Sale & Garden Fair9am – 3pm | Free

22 | TuesdayStorybook Science: Planting a Rainbow10 – 10:45am; OR 1 – 1:45pm | Free, donations welcome, no registration required

31 | SaturdayTraining Young Trees9am – noon | $15/$10 members

31 | SaturdayTouring the Tombstones: The Beard-Green Cemetery 1 – 2:30pm | $5/Free for members

Join Krista Horrocks, professional archaeologist at Lawhon & Associates, as she shares the history of the cemetery and showcases its unique headstones.

June

4 | WednesdayLittle Buckeye Imagination Session: A Look at Leaves2 – 3pm | Free

7 | SaturdayFirst Saturday Wagon Tour: A Look at Our Nursery10 – 11am | Free

Daweswood House Museum Tours

March | Saturday & Sunday noon & 2pm

April – October | Friday, Saturday & Sunday | noon and 2pm

$2 adults/$1 youth/members free

Take a guided tour of the Daweswood House Museum,

once the country home of Arboretum cofounders, the late

Beman and Bertie Dawes. See and hear the history behind

antiques and memorabilia from the Dawes family.

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Wedding Special!Last minute bride? There is still time to book your dream wedding at The Arboretum! Receive $100 off by booking a date in July or August! Contact specialevents@dawesarb.org.

Saturdays, May 3 & 10May 3, 9 – 11am | May 10, 8am - noon$30/$20 members*register by April 28, 2014

Sign-up for this creative two-part workshop where participants use a pounding technique to extract dyes from plants onto silk, resulting in colorful scarves.

The Silk Scarf Journey Continues: Advanced Dyeing TechniqueSaturdays, May 3 & 10 | May 3, noon – 3pm | May 10, 1 – 3pm$20/$15 members

This program is for those who have already participated in the Silk Scarf Project and want to expand practice with less direct instruction.

be yours!The Dawes Arboretum’s beautiful surroundings offer views of majestic trees and breathtaking vistas—the

perfect location to exchange wedding vows and celebrate with a reception.

Visit www.dawesarb.org for information on planning your event. For additional details, contact

800.44.DAWES or specialevents@dawesarb.org.

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Learn to Dye Silk with Plant Material! Silk Scarf Project: Dyeing with Plants

be yours!The Dawes Arboretum’s beautiful surroundings offer views of majestic trees and breathtaking vistas—the

perfect location to exchange wedding vows and celebrate with a reception.

Visit www.dawesarb.org for information on planning your event. For additional details, contact

800.44.DAWES or specialevents@dawesarb.org.

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