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Bidding a Fond Farewell to Pam Harper The gardens of Seaford, Virginia, lost a touch of their magic with the passing of Pam Harper, but her influence will forever be rooted in the soil, blossoming with every bloom and echoing […]

Reconnecting with Ed Snodgrass: The Green Roof Expert and Citizen Scientist Ed Snodgrass is renowned for the eco-friendly roof plants he cultivates at his Maryland-based nursery and his international consultations on green roofs. When I toured his establishment in 2016,

Introducing Couturier Ann Lowe: A Floral Enthusiast’s Delight As a gardener, my heart belongs solely to flowers. Vegetables? They don’t captivate me. Shrubs? Not my cup of tea. All I crave is a garden filled with vibrant blossoms. I dream

Soil Chronicles: A Black Mother’s Garden Tale Camille T. Dungy’s memoir, Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden, serves as a poignant intersection of horticulture, personal history, and race. Through her vivid prose and reflective anecdotes, Dungy paints a

King Charles: A Gardener with Hopes for Climate Change Advocacy The British monarchy has long held the attention and imagination of the world, and the transition from one monarch to another is a pivotal event, rich with history and pageantry.

Nasturtiums in Their Natural Habitat The legacy of gardening often weaves through generations, carrying memories, traditions, and a shared appreciation for the earth and its bounty. For some, it’s roses or tomatoes, but for the Bush lineage, it’s the vibrant,

The Vital Contributions of Wild Bee Lab: Capturing Essential Bee-Plant Interactions in Photos and Observations Nestled in the Patuxent Wildlife Research Refuge lies an inconspicuous structure reminiscent of a military bunker, housing a hive of entomological wonders. The Native Bee

Bellingham’s Garden: A Place of Beauty, Abundance, and Purpose Community gardens are places I cherish, especially when they are brimming with considerate gardeners who understand the value of both sharing and adhering to a few basic guidelines. When gardeners neglect

Exploring the Multifaceted Roles of Allan Armitage A few weeks ago, the bustling audience at Louisville’s Waterfront Botanical Gardens was treated to the wisdom and wit of Dr. Allan Armitage. Dr. A, as he’s fondly known, embarked on a narrative

An Alternative Wild Garden: Enriched with Assemblage Sculptures Tucked away in a quaint, unpretentious neighborhood stands a testament to the power of art to reshape the mundane into the spectacular. As the decorated bus stands still, a canvas to Clarke