If you are interested in pruning your own trees or ornamental shrubs, here are some guidelines. Why Prune The selective removal of plant parts Remove dead, diseased, broken branches Maintain/reduce size of tree or shrub Stimulate future flower/fruit development Rejuvenate old shrubs Prevent damage to life and property Shape plants in an unnatural form (topiary […]
On April 30, the Nannen Arboretum Society, Inc. is hosting activities celebrating Arbor Day. The event will be held on the Rotary Patio at the Town Center, 28 Parkside Drive, Ellicottville, beginning at 11 AM. This year, the slate of events will be abbreviated to adhere to COVID-19 guidelines, but will be informative and […]
The Nannen Arboretum located at 28 Parkside Drive in Ellicottville is known as “The Jewel in the Crown of Ellicottville”. It is a sanctuary for hundreds of trees, shrubs, perennial flowers, herbs and nature walks. It is managed by the Nannen Arboretum Society a not-for-profit organization which relies on voluntary support for maintenance and improvement […]
Talk on the Wildside presented by Hawk Creek Wildlife Center is coming to The Nannen Arboretum in Ellicottville. Every living thing on our planet has a purpose – fulfilling the Circle of Life. At Hawk Creek Wildlife Center, the mission is to educate, empower and preserve so that all will thrive together. They inspire minds […]
Ladies of Ellicottville Ski Club at Holiday Valley Present $9200 Check to Nannen Arboretum On February 16, 2018, the ladies of the Ellicottville Ski Club at Holiday Valley held their 13th annual “ESC Ladies’ Day”. As a result of the day of skiing, and the dinner complete with raffles and live auction that followed, the […]
Nannen Arboretum Needs Your Help!! The recent snow and wind storms have created much damage at the Nannen Arboretum. The Nannen Arboretum Society is in the process of assessing the damage and has identified areas where volunteers can help. The following ‘CLEAN UP’ days have been scheduled, please take a look and let us […]
Join Us for Our Arbor Day Celebration at the Nannen Arboretum By Pat Kerl Please join us for our Arbor Day celebration on Friday, April 27, 2018, 11:00 am, at the Nannen Arboretum in the Town Center building. The Town of Ellicottville Supervisor, Matt McAndrew, and the Village of Ellicottville Mayor, John Burrell, will […]
September will be a busy month at the Nannen Arboretum. We are very excited to have David O’Donnel, President of the Eastern Monarch Butterfly Farm from Clarence NY, as our speaker on Wednesday, July 20, 2017 at 6:00 pm. Through presentations, education, butterfly releases, and native plant distribution, Eastern Monarch Butterfly Farm is changing the […]
Please join us for our Arbor Day celebration on Friday, April 28, 2017, in the Nannen Arboretum. The Town of Ellicottville Supervisor, Matt McAndrew, and the Village of Ellicottville Mayor, John Burrell, will make a proclamation declaring April 28, 2017 as Arbor Day in Ellicottville, NY. A tree will be planted by the Nannen Arboretum […]
The Pruning Workshop held at the Arboretum March 27, 2017 was well attended with 29 participants. Joe Schueckler, Master Forest Owner, reviewed his experiences with trees and shared pruning techniques and tips.