Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden
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The Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden is operated by Memorial University of Newfoundland
in St. John's
, Newfoundland and Labrador
. It is located on Mount Scio Road in the suburbs of St. John's, and was founded in 1971 under the supervision of Bernard Jackson. Originally named the Oxen Pond Botanic Park, the gardens were opened to the public in 1977 and became a not-for-profit organization in 1994. The garden and nature trails were developed to provide a place where people of all ages and depths of interest can learn about the plants and natural environment of Newfoundland. The official emblem of the garden is the Twinflower (Linnaea borealis).
pond. The Garden is also a nature reserve, featuring 3.5 km of trails in the surrounding boreal forest. Moose, snowshoe hare, ruffed grouse and other wildlife are frequently observed inside the park boundaries.
, three species of Whites
and Sulphur butterflies, five species of Woodnymphs, ten species of Brush-footed butterflies, four Gossamer
, and two Skipper
species that are found within the park. Three known overwintering butterflies stay as adults during the winter in the Garden's man-made butterfly houses. The concept of the buttefly house was designed by The Garden's original director, Bernard Jackson, who currently resides in England. The three species are known as the Green Comma, the Mourning Cloak
, and Milbert's Tortoiseshell
. These butterflies are three of the very few butterflies that hibernate as adults during the winter.
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Memorial University of Newfoundland, is a comprehensive university located primarily in St...
in St. John's
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
St. John's is the capital and largest city in Newfoundland and Labrador, and is the oldest English-founded city in North America. It is located on the eastern tip of the Avalon Peninsula on the island of Newfoundland. With a population of 192,326 as of July 1, 2010, the St...
, Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador is the easternmost province of Canada. Situated in the country's Atlantic region, it incorporates the island of Newfoundland and mainland Labrador with a combined area of . As of April 2011, the province's estimated population is 508,400...
. It is located on Mount Scio Road in the suburbs of St. John's, and was founded in 1971 under the supervision of Bernard Jackson. Originally named the Oxen Pond Botanic Park, the gardens were opened to the public in 1977 and became a not-for-profit organization in 1994. The garden and nature trails were developed to provide a place where people of all ages and depths of interest can learn about the plants and natural environment of Newfoundland. The official emblem of the garden is the Twinflower (Linnaea borealis).
Site
The botanical garden property encloses an area of 110 acre (0.4451546 km²), including part of Oxen Pond (for which the garden was originally named). The headquarters building is located on a 3 acres (12,140.6 m²) site on Mount Scio Road. The main garden area includes a greenhouse, an alpine house featuring high latitude plants, rock gardens, peat gardens, a heritage garden and a coyCoy
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pond. The Garden is also a nature reserve, featuring 3.5 km of trails in the surrounding boreal forest. Moose, snowshoe hare, ruffed grouse and other wildlife are frequently observed inside the park boundaries.
Butterflies
Plants producing nectar have been developed to maintain the two species of Swallowtail butterfliesSwallowtail butterfly
Swallowtail butterflies are large, colorful butterflies that form the family Papilionidae. There are over 550 species, and though the majority are tropical, members of the family are found on all continents except Antarctica...
, three species of Whites
Newfoundland White
The Newfoundland White is a sub-arctic subspecies of the Mustard White butterfly. Mostly confined to the Newfoundland area of Canada....
and Sulphur butterflies, five species of Woodnymphs, ten species of Brush-footed butterflies, four Gossamer
Lycaenidae
The Lycaenidae are the second-largest family of butterflies, with about 6000 species worldwide, whose members are also called gossamer-winged butterflies...
, and two Skipper
Skipper (butterfly)
A skipper or skipper butterfly is a butterfly of the family Hesperiidae. They are named after their quick, darting flight habits. There are more than 3500 recognized species of skippers and they occur worldwide, but with the greatest diversity in the Neotropical regions of Central and South...
species that are found within the park. Three known overwintering butterflies stay as adults during the winter in the Garden's man-made butterfly houses. The concept of the buttefly house was designed by The Garden's original director, Bernard Jackson, who currently resides in England. The three species are known as the Green Comma, the Mourning Cloak
Nymphalis antiopa
Nymphalis antiopa, known as the Mourning Cloak in North America and the Camberwell Beauty in Britain, is a large butterfly native to Eurasia and North America. See also Anglewing butterflies. The immature form of this species is sometimes known as the spiny elm caterpillar. Other older names for...
, and Milbert's Tortoiseshell
Aglais milberti
Milbert's Tortoiseshell , also known as the Fire-rim Tortoiseshell, is the only species of Aglais that occurs in North America.-Description:...
. These butterflies are three of the very few butterflies that hibernate as adults during the winter.
The Friends of MUN Botanical Garden
Members of the Friends of the Garden (FOG) are individuals and families who support the objectives of the Memorial University Botanical Garden. Volunteers have assisted the Garden since its creation in 1971; the FOG organization formed in 1976 and became a charitable organization in 1977. In August 2011, the FOG had approximately 500 members. FOG volunteers provide time and expertise, help to maintain the garden and trails within the park, and support fundraising and other special events.Staff
MUN Botanical Garden is run and held together by a small, yet strong staff along with the help from the Friends of the Garden. The Garden has a wonderful Visitor Services desk with friendly help and constant smiles. There is also a beautiful gift shop perfect for any occasion. Complete with children's toys, clothing, jewellery, and many ornamental objects. Along with grounds maintenace to maintain the many beautiful gardens, MUN Botanical Garden is well known for not only for its beauty but its education. The education staff is constantly preparing children's programs (along with adult programs) to educate children and adult's alike about the beautiful flora of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The beautiful flora and scenery of MUN Botanical Garden would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of the gardeners that put all their time and effort into making the garden as beautiful as possible.External links
- M.U.N. Botanical Garden
- http://www.mun.ca Memorial University of Newfoundland