Native New England Shrubs
The many species of native New England shrubs display a wide variation in size, shape, color, and in characteristics of their bark, flowers, and fruits. This course introduces students to about 50 species growing in this region. We emphasize identification and become familiar with family characteristics and historic uses. Bring a hand lens to each session. Field sessions held in locations off-site with directions provided during the first class.
Wednesdays, May 30, June 6, 13, 2012, 6:30-8:45 p.m,. and Saturdays, June 2, 9, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Location: Garden in the Woods, Framingham, MA, and field sitesCourse Code: bot3300
Instructor: Roland "Boot" Boutwell, naturalist
Fee: $215 (Member) / $258 (Nonmember)
Limit: 15 Credit: Core-FB or HD; Elective-all certificates
Cosponsor: MA Audubon Drumlin Farm