Under the Glass: News from the Greenhouse
Published: Jan 31st, 2020
One of the sensory tools we use in horticultural therapy is smell. I’ve been appreciating this tool a lot recently because one of my favorite fragrant orchids is blooming in […]
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Human Health & Plants Research: Green Space and the Health and Well-Being of University Students
Published: Jan 31st, 2020
Abundant research has demonstrated psychological benefits associated with exposure to and immersion in green spaces and natural environments. While the campuses of most colleges and universities possess ample green space […]
From the Director’s Desk: Thoughts of a Weed Puller
Published: Jan 31st, 2020
This is one of the most beautiful times of the year to stroll through the Wilmot Botanical Gardens. A large number of camellias and many of the azaleas are in […]
Under the Glass: News from the Greenhouse
Published: Nov 7th, 2019
Happy (hot) Fall! This has been an extremely extended summer season for us Floridians, and also for our plants. The greenhouse is just starting to cool down and I can […]
From the Director’s Desk: Thoughts of a Weed Puller
Published: Nov 7th, 2019
Volunteers continue to play a major role in the maintenance and enhancement of the Wilmot Botanical Gardens. I am reminded of this fact each fall when classes resume at UF […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Meredith Schoppe
Published: Nov 7th, 2019
Meredith Schoppe originally became interested in volunteering in the Therapeutic Horticulture Program at Wilmot Botanical Gardens during her junior year of studies at the University of Florida. As an undergraduate […]
Human Health & Plants Research: Urban Nature Experiences Lower Physiological Indicators of Stress
Published: Nov 7th, 2019
There is increasing evidence that both an active or passive nature experience (NE) can reduce psychological stress (PS), and provide other psychosocial therapeutic benefits. Yet how best to define and […]
Under the Glass: News from the Greenhouse
Published: Jun 4th, 2019
Last week our therapeutic horticulture sessions came to an end for the summer. Although we miss our weekly sessions with each group, the greenhouse is too hot in the summer […]
Therapeutic Horticulture Program for Veterans Going Strong After Seven Years
Published: Jun 4th, 2019
In 2011, the Wilmot Botanical Gardens (WBG) redeveloped its mission to include patient care, research and education. Shortly thereafter, as part of this expanded initiative, the therapeutic horticulture (TH) program […]
Construction of Chapman Healing Garden Complete
Published: Oct 11th, 2016
The Chapman Healing Garden will provide another venue for patients and the public to experience the therapeutic benefits of greenspaces and will expand Wilmot Gardens’ diverse garden settings. Specifically, the […]