The rock in the foreground was an original part of the site. Linnaeus Gardeners added the plantings, here seen during our first year, 2006.

Spring rains refresh the gardens.

This is the same rock, two years later, as shown in the previous photo. Notice how mature the plantings are.

A Linnaeus Gardener gets ready to let guests feel the velvety softness of lamb's ear.

Lemon Basil

Horticultural Assistant Julie Almohandis works on the southern raised bed which is planted with a special mix of herbs that make a variety of teas.

Purple Ruffles Basil

Linnaeus Gardeners do the maintenance for all of the different areas of the Linnaeus Teaching Gardens. Linnaeus Gardener Kathleen Kaskelic waters the silver posie thyme in the Herb Garden.

Horseradish

Barry Fugatt, Director of Horticulture, addresses Herb Seminar attendees.

Each of the Linnaeus Garden areas has a curator. 2008 Herb Garden Curator Mary Stilwell admires the growth of bee balm, an herb that can make a calming tea.

Linnaeus Gardeners in the Herb Garden