By Allison Russell

Despite its name and appearance, the eastern cauliflower is not a type of cauliflower. It isn’t even a type of vegetable. This is cream-colored, brain-like species is actually a tender, edible mushroom that tastes delicious...

By Ashlee Cubarney, Let's Move Pittsburgh program assistant

Earlier this month, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens hosted the 3rd Annual Youth Garden Summit which allowed Pittsburgh youth to come together and share their experiences working with gardens over their summer vacation....

By Phipps Conservatory

You know we love pollinators here at Phipps, and we've just taken our dedication to the next level! With the help of apoidea apiary, we installed an observational beehive in the Nature Lab at Phipps that allows kids to...

By Phipps Science Education and Research

On Sat., Aug. 20 from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m., we will be featuring University of Pittsburgh Ph.D. student Emily Braham at our "Meet a Scientist" public program. The Science Communication Fellowship program at...

By Dr. Sarah States, Manager, Phipps Research Institute for Biophilia and Science Engagement

Blue giant hyssop, anise hyssop, lavender hyssop: a plant known by many names — and even more pollinators. An herbivore- and drought-tolerant plant that grows well in wet areas and feeds a wide variety of insects, hyssop...

By Allison Russell

Salt isn’t just salt for Steel City Salt Company. It can be pink, black or any color in between, and it can come from all over the world. Steel City Salt Company imports salts from Sicily, Hawaii, Peru, Bolivia, France and...