The Morton Arboretum (@mortonarboretum.bsky.social)

@mortonarboretum.bsky.social Oct 2, 2026, 11:07 PM

Asters, goldenrods, and white snakeroot are blooming in the woodlands, while golden grasses set seed in the prairies. Acorns and walnuts are dropping, keeping squirrels, chipmunks, and blue jays busy stocking up for winter. 🐿️

Fall color is on its way! 🍁

🔗 Fall Color Report: https://arb.eco/3W3TJZH

Lush garden scene at The Morton Arboretum with vibrant orange and green pumpkins displayed on hay, surrounded by greenery and a metal trellis structure under a clear blue sky.

Three people walking on a dirt path through a scenic field of yellow flowers, surrounded by lush green trees and a clear blue sky.

A squirrel with a bushy tail is sitting on grass, holding food in its paws. The background is a grassy area with a mix of sunlit and shadowed patches.

A close-up of a tree branch with green leaves, one of which is turning red, set against a softly blurred background of other branches and leaves.

@mortonarboretum.bsky.social Sep 23, 2026, 4:00 PM

It’s officially fall, and we’re here to answer your burning questions about peak fall color! 🍁

🔗 Learn more about the unpredictability of fall color: arb.eco/4xzPmTj.

@mortonarboretum.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 5:17 PM

We all need a little self-care—even Great Blue Herons! 🧖‍♀️🪶

@mortonarboretum.bsky.social Sep 4, 2026, 6:34 PM

Just a few of our favorite wildlife shots from this month. 🐿️ 🪶 🦋

@mortonarboretum.bsky.social Aug 28, 2026, 9:47 PM

Don’t fly past this video! Let’s learn about one of nature’s greatest athletes. 🏅🪻

@mortonarboretum.bsky.social Aug 27, 2026, 11:14 PM

🧬 Science rules! 🔬

Join our Community Science in Your Backyard course to explore opportunities in your area to turn your curiosity about nature into meaningful observations. 🔎 🌎

📆 Saturday, Aug. 29
⏰ 10 a.m. to noon

All experience levels are welcome!
🔗 Register here: https://arb.eco/3SYHrRh.