One of the trees that germinated from the seven seeds sent to Smith College pictured here (left). Professor Takahashi works with students to reflect on the significance of the hibakujumoku, while John Berryhill is working on a display for the 80th anniversary in August.

The ginkgo seeds, sent by our San Diego Botanical Garden regional hub, have arrived at the Botanic Garden of Smith College, our new partner in Massachusetts. John Berryhill and his team (pictured left) opened the package together. Next week, they will be sowing the seeds.