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Fordhook Farm, a Dream Come True for W. Atlee Burpee |
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Fordhook Farm near Doylestown, PA, is a world-renowned plant development facility since 1888 when Burpee bought it. Even today, since Burpee’s merger with George J. Ball, Inc., Fordhook remains in the forefront of plant trialing and research. Plus, the gardens are gorgeous. Take a visit.
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published on July 10, 2009
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The Mischievous Mr. Johnson |
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J. Seward Johnson, Jr., is entrepreneur, scamp, philanthropist and founder of Grounds for Sculpture, the Johnson Atelier Technical Institute of Sculpture, and Rats, the aforementioned onsite fairy-talesque restaurant – all in Hamilton, New Jersey. read about him here.
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published on February 21, 2009
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Fern Field Guide, a Classic Revisited |
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Peterson Field Guides set the standard in readily available books that help us learn about the world we live in. They are bibles of nature, earth encyclopedia, seemingly written in bedrock. So what's to revamp in a classic? Find out from two authors at New England Wild Flower Society.
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published on December 10, 2005
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Poetry and Plants |
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The Dodge Poetry Festival was held this year for the first time at Duke Farms, a 2,700-acre estate that was once the treasured New Jersey residence of philanthropist and art lover Doris Duke. Poetry and plants -- perfect together.
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published on November 10, 2004
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The Garden Conservancy, a legend |
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The Garden Conservancy is in the non-profit business of preserving America's special gardens and opening private gardens for public enjoyment. Read how they do it and how to see some awesome sites.
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published on June 22, 2004
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All the Right Shoes - Caroline Seebohm, a legend |
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Author Caroline Seebohm's new book "Great Houses and Gardens of New Jersey" is a gardener's dream. It's a glimpse into the private sanctuaries from Cape May to Sussex County, and offers ideas for every person who loves to play with plants. Seebohm discusses how she came to be a journalist of garden and architecture.
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published on February 19, 2004
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Camellia Under Glass |
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The Camellia House at Planting Fields Arboretum on Long Island houses the largest collection of Camellias under glass and they're putting on a blooming show through March.
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published on January 01, 2004
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