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After Hurricane Irma

After Hurricane Irma

In the wake of Hurricane Irma, it is our sincerest hope that all our members, volunteers and friends are safe and out of harm's way. The aftermath of this type of storm can no doubt be extremely difficult, and our thoughts are with every family affected. Above all...

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Dr. Peter Raven Return to Selby Gardens

Dr. Peter Raven Return to Selby Gardens

Dr. Peter Raven, one of the world's leading botanists and advocates of conservation and biodiversity, recently spoke with leadership, staff, volunteers and advocates at Selby Gardens. This was Raven’s fourth such visit to Sarasota, having spoken at the formal...

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Honoring Marie Selby

Honoring Marie Selby

As it's Mother's Day this weekend, Marie Selby, the "Mother of Selby Gardens", is honored in this week's segment. Even before moving to Sarasota, she had been an accomplished pianist as well as one of the first women to travel cross country in an automobile. Find out...

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We are Honored!

We are Honored!

Selby Gardens has been honored with multiple “Best of SRQ Local” accolades thanks to the readers of SRQ Magazine for the publication’s 2016 awards. In the April 2016 issue of the magazine, look for Marie Selby Botanical Gardens receiving top billing as “Best...

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Rainforest Masks of Costa Rica

Rainforest Masks of Costa Rica

For the twelfth year in a row, the exhibit of hand-carved masks created by the Native Americans of Costa Rica return to Selby Gardens, running through April 22, 2016. The masks are created by 17 artists, including one woman, and are available for purchase. Boruca is a...

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Repotting your orchids

Repotting your orchids

Selby Gardens is featured weekly on ABC7 News at Noon. Tune in Thursdays to see more informative segments like this one. Not all orchids are alike, and this week you can learn the best way to repot your orchid and keep it happy.

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