Thursday, March 5, 2009

Hahn Horticulture Garden will be at the March 28th KTU!

Exhibitor title-Cool Carnivorous Plants!

Abstract- Can plants eat rats? Some carnivorous plants can, but most eat insects. These carnivores of the plant world use the sneakiest of tricks to
attract, capture, kill, and digest insects or small animals for a nutritious dinner. We'll take a close look at these fascinating plants and their bizarre adaptations. But don't get too close....
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The Hahn Horticulture Garden is nearly six acres of teaching and display gardens located on the campus of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. Established in 1984 by Horticulture faculty, the garden serves undergraduate students and the local community as a learning resource for plant material, landscaping concepts, and environmental awareness. Garden features include perennial borders, water gardens, shade gardens, meadow garden, and the Peggy Lee Hahn Garden Pavilion.

1 comment:

Theresa said...

OH MY GOSH, am I ever excited! Be sure to check out the web-page and BLOG!!! I am an official subscriber now!