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Mt. Cuba Center
Spanning 550 acres, these natural lands are located in Delaware’s Appalachian Piedmont. Groups will experience natural rolling hills, stream valleys, rock outcrops, deciduous forests, and the notable flora and fauna that are indigenous to the region. Trails and ponds with different seasonal plants allow groups to plan a day out in nature that reflects their interests, while also getting exposure to the natural diversity and complexity of Mother Nature. The center offers guided group tours with a knowledgeable docent, and tours may cover seasonal highlights, an introduction to ecological gardening, and opportunities to learn about native plants.
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Hrs: Vary; April – November (closed in winter), Wed-Sun 10AM-4PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Botanical Garden Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find.
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Mt. Cuba Center
Spanning 550 acres, these natural lands are located in Delaware’s Appalachian Piedmont. Groups will experience natural rolling hills, stream valleys, rock outcrops, deciduous forests, and the notable flora and fauna that are indigenous to the region. Trails and ponds with different seasonal plants allow groups to plan a day out in nature that reflects their interests, while also getting exposure to the natural diversity and complexity of Mother Nature. The center offers guided group tours with a knowledgeable docent, and tours may cover seasonal highlights, an introduction to ecological gardening, and opportunities to learn about native plants.
contact info
Hrs: Vary; April – November (closed in winter), Wed-Sun 10AM-4PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Botanical Garden Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find.
View Lesson Plan>>ABOUT
Mt. Cuba Center
Spanning 550 acres, these natural lands are located in Delaware’s Appalachian Piedmont. Groups will experience natural rolling hills, stream valleys, rock outcrops, deciduous forests, and the notable flora and fauna that are indigenous to the region. Trails and ponds with different seasonal plants allow groups to plan a day out in nature that reflects their interests, while also getting exposure to the natural diversity and complexity of Mother Nature. The center offers guided group tours with a knowledgeable docent, and tours may cover seasonal highlights, an introduction to ecological gardening, and opportunities to learn about native plants.
contact info
Hrs: Vary; April – November (closed in winter), Wed-Sun 10AM-4PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Botanical Garden Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find.
View Lesson Plan>>ABOUT
Mt. Cuba Center
Spanning 550 acres, these natural lands are located in Delaware’s Appalachian Piedmont. Groups will experience natural rolling hills, stream valleys, rock outcrops, deciduous forests, and the notable flora and fauna that are indigenous to the region. Trails and ponds with different seasonal plants allow groups to plan a day out in nature that reflects their interests, while also getting exposure to the natural diversity and complexity of Mother Nature. The center offers guided group tours with a knowledgeable docent, and tours may cover seasonal highlights, an introduction to ecological gardening, and opportunities to learn about native plants.
contact info
Hrs: Vary; April – November (closed in winter), Wed-Sun 10AM-4PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Botanical Garden Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The diverse world of plants is perhaps the weirdest, and most fascinating, of all living things. Bamboo can grow over three feet in one day (you can literally watch it grow). There are 600 species of carnivorous plants, which trap and digest insects, frogs, or small birds (if a vegetarian eats this plant, are they still a vegetarian?). The world’s largest flower, Rafflesia, can grow up to three feet in diameter (how big would a bouquet be…). Do a little digging on your next trip to a botanical garden (not literally!), and see what interesting plant facts you can find.
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