Garden History
Who is Dr. David Fairchild?
Plant scientist the Garden is named after
What are roots?
Part of the plant that grows underground and absorbs water
What is pollination?
When pollen moved from one flower to another
Why are seeds important?
They can grow new plants.
How long should you wash your hands?
20 seconds
What is the name of the building where our classroom is?
Corbin building
What is the first step in the life of a plant?
A seed sprouts!
What does an insect get from pollination?
It uses plant nectar as food.
A seed needs soil and water to grow, what else does it need?
The right temperature.
What are places that scientists can work?
A laboratory, school, botanic garden
What is Expedition Discovery?
Tour we do to learn how to be explorers
What do flowers do?
Colorful structures that attract bees and butterflies
How do butterflies taste?
With their legs!
Why do you think dandelion seeds float in the wind?
So they can find a new place to grow.
What is the best summer camp?
Camp Discovery!
What is Jurassic Garden?
Dinosaur exhibit at the Garden
What is photosynthesis?
Name of the plant's process of making food
How does a honeybee collect pollen?
It brushes against the pollen as it collects nectar
How can flowers attract bees, birds, and others animals?
They have bright colors
What is a pigment?
A substance that contains color like chlorophyll (green in plants) or melanin (brown in our skin).
How big is the Garden?
83 acres
What are some seeds you can eat?
sunflower, chia, flax, seasame, pumpkin
What would pollinate a brightly-colored flower?
An insect attracted to that color
What is the weather like today?
You tell me!
What is your favorite plant in the Garden?
Anything you like! :)