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"The Wired Gardener" Online Newsletter
June / July 2008 
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Web Reviews
Free (for a Limited Time) Resource on African Plants
Aluka, a digital repository of scholarly information for and about Africa, maintains a database on African plants. This database includes text and images from such sources as Curtis’s Botanical Magazine and Useful Plants of West Tropical Africa. Be sure to take advantage of this great resource while it lasts. It will be freely accessible until June 30, 2008. After this date, Aluka will continue to be available via participating institutions.
A Parasitic Rediscovery
In 2006, Dr. George Yatskievych, of the Missouri Botanical Garden, rediscovered a parasitic plant of an undescribed genus that had not been seen since 1985. This plant, native to Mexico, lost its chlorophyll through evolution and so is completely dependent upon its host for survival. The plant will be formally identified by name in an article by Dr. Yatskievych later this year. For more information, see Missouri Botanical Garden’s press release.
Welcome to LAIR
The Landscape Architecture Image Resource (LAIR) , is a collaborative effort by the landscape architecture faculties of several universities, including Cornell University, the University of Maryland, and the University of Oregon. They combine their resources to make them available in one place for anyone’s educational use. You don’t need to be a landscape architecture student, teacher, or practitioner to enjoy and learn from this site.
Promoting Public Horticulture
The University of Delaware’s Center for Public Horticulture is the result of a student research project that started in 2004. The center seeks to become a clearinghouse for education and research in public horticulture.
Prune Animatedly
Launch the National Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree Pruning Guide animation to learn how and when to prune different types of trees. Your guide Andy will walk you through the cuts and snips of correct pruning. You can even practice what you learned by pruning a virtual tree.
World’s Largest Garden Party in June
In June, put down your trowel and enjoy the World’s Largest Garden Party, which will be celebrated at public gardens all over the Philadelphia region. For the first time in more than 60 years, the Philadelphia Orchestra will return to Longwood Gardens to play a concert of favorite classics under the direction of Rossen Milanov. The Brandywine River Museum will offer free admission on Sunday mornings in June. Tyler Arboretum will feature its new, exciting exhibit, “Totally Terrific Treehouses.” For a calendar and details, visit the Greater Philadelphia Gardens web site.
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PHS McLean Library News
Dahlia Exhibit in Library Extended Through July 30
“Dahlia Roots: from Moctezuma to Madrid and Beyond”
Through Wednesday, July 30
The Spanish Conquerors in the sixteenth century were seeking gold in Meso-America, but they were also on a horticultural hunt for new foods and medicines. Among the plants of interest was the cocoxochitl, as it was known by the Aztecs. We call this plant the dahlia. This exhibit draws on material from the McLean Library's book and seed catalogue collections. The library is open 9 to 5, Monday through Friday and is located on the first floor of PHS headquarters at 100 N. 20th Street.
Volunteers needed for McLean Library Book Sale
The PHS McLean Library needs volunteers to help organize and price books for our Book Sale. If you would like to help us with this project, contact Priscilla Becroft 215-988-8782, pbecroft@pennhort.org
New Books in the Library
See the "What's New in the Library" page of our web site.
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FREE Lecture on Organic Lawns
Greensource Lecture: Organic Lawncare, Why & How
Tuesday, June 10, 6 – 8 pm
PHS Auditorium
100 N. 20th Street
Philadelphia, PA
With more than 40 million acres of the United States covered in lawns, tending all that grass generates vast amounts of air pollution, water degradation, pesticide pollution, and health risks. Offering a clear, safer alternative, Paul Tukey will present a lively discussion about our nation’s lawn care obsession, including the latest information about natural techniques that conserve resources and save money. [more]
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2008 PHS City Gardens Contest Deadline
Tuesday, June 10
PHS’s City Gardens Contest gives Philadelphians recognition for their skillful and imaginative gardening and offers them the opportunity to compete for prizes in several gardening categories. Home gardeners may enter front-yard or back-yard flower and vegetable gardens, as well as gardens grown exclusively in containers. Community gardeners may participate by entering their vegetable and flower gardens, parks, or garden blocks. Contestants will be visited during July and August. Free. For more information contact Flossie Narducci at 215-988-8897, fax 215-988-8783 or e-mail specialevents@pennhort.org
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PHS Events
Meadowbrook Farm Workshop: Succulent Garden in a Pot
Tuesday, June 3, 10 am - Noon
Meadowbrook Farm
1633 Washington Lane
Abington Township, PA
The hottest trend in container gardening today is collections of plants you can use as decorative pieces indoors or out, year-round. Diana K. Weiner will provide tips for maintenance as you create your own succulent garden in a pot. [more]
City Gardening Series: Gardening with Annuals
Wednesday, June 4, 6 - 7:30 pm
Tacony Branch, Free Library of Philadelphia
6742 Torresdale Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
Charlotte Kidd demonstrates basics for soil preparation, planting, and maintenance for annuals. [more]
Meadowbrook Farm Workshop: Contain Yourself - Planting Patio Pots for Sun or Shade
Thursday, June 5, 10 am - Noon
Meadowbrook Farm
1633 Washington Lane
Abington Township, PA
Meadowbrook Farm’s patio pots are renowned for their style, grace, and interesting plant combinations. Under the expert guidance of horticulturist Diana K. Weiner, you will create and bring home your own combinations of interesting flowering plants. [more]
Upper Bucks County Guided Tour of Jerry Fritz’s Linden Hill Nursery
Thursday, June 5, 10 - 11:30 am
Linden Hill Nursery
Ottsville, PA
“There are still plants left---and lots of deer to covet them,” says landscape designer Jerry Fritz, who has a newly installed deer-resistant garden that is both attractive and functional. On our guided tour through the garden, Jerry will discuss ways to discourage munching deer. [more]
Chanticleer Walk: Native Plants
Thursday, June 5, 6 - 8 pm
Chanticleer
786 Church Road
Wayne, PA
Horticulturist Joe Henderson will discuss lesser-known to more common natives and suggest how to use them in the landscape. [more]
City Gardening Series: Creating Beautiful Containers in Small Spaces
Saturday, June 7, 2 - 3 pm
Wynnefield Branch, Free Library of Philadelphia
5325 Overbrook Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
Beverly Agard demonstrates how to create lush and colorful container gardens, even when space is limited. [more]
PHS Garden Visit: Norristown & Beyond
Sunday, June 8, Noon - 5 pm
Norristown & Beyond
Norristown, PA
This year’s second garden visit will spotlight private and public gardens in the Norristown area. [more]
Botanical Illustration Workshop - Painting Roses in Watercolor at Wyck
Monday - Tuesday, June 9 -10, 10 am - 3 pm
Germantown neighborhood
Philadelphia, PA
Taught by Eileen Rosen in the rose gardens at Wyck, a National Historic Landmark house and garden, this workshop will emphasize accurate drawing and color and will include demonstrations of specific watercolor techniques. [more]
City Gardening Series: Drought-Tolerant Plants for the Landscape
Monday, June 9, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Holmesburg Branch, Free Library of Philadelphia
7810 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
Landscape architect and community gardener Michael LoFurno talks about plants that thrive with less water. [more]
City Gardening Series: Bus Trip to the Landscape Arboretum of Temple University Ambler
Wednesday, June 11, 9 am - 3 pm
Landscape Arboretum of Temple University Ambler
Ambler, PA
Established as the Pennsylvania School of Horticulture for Women in 1910, the 187-acre campus represents a mix of natural and designed landscapes. Arboretum director Jenny Rose Carey will lead the tour, which will be followed by a short trip to her own garden. [more]
Meadowbrook Farm Workshop: Bog Garden in a Pot
Wednesday, June 11, 10 am - Noon
Meadowbrook Farm
1633 Washington Lane
Abington Township, PA
In this hands-on workshop with Diana K. Weiner, you will create fully-hardy novelty combo pots suitable for small gardens or patios. [more]
Chanticleer Walk: Sensational Summer Containers
Wednesday, June 11, 6 - 8 pm
Chanticleer
786 Church Road
Wayne, PA
Dan Benarcik will discuss how to create successful container gardens and will offer suggestions for appealing plant combinations. [more]
City Gardening Series: PHS Gold Medal Plants
Wednesday, June 11, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Holmesburg Branch, Free Library of Philadelphia
7810 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
Horticulturist Mia Mengucci will talk about which trees, shrubs, and vines are recommended for the mid-Atlantic garden and landscape. [more]
Book Club: Stories from the Garden
Thursday, June 12, 5:45 - 7:45 pm
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society McLean Library
100 North 20th Street, 1st Floor
Philadelphia, PA
In this book discussion group, which meets in the McLean Library, we read and discuss works of fiction or non-fiction having to do with gardens, plants, or the land. Our June selection is Okakura Kakuzo’s The Book of Tea. [more]
Meadowbrook Farm's Spring Open House
Saturday, June 14, 10 am - 5 pm
Meadowbrook Farm
1633 Washington Lane
Meadowbrook (Abington Township), PA
Spend the day at beautiful Meadowbrook Farm! Enjoy self-guided tours of the private Pennock house and gardens. There will also be free Rita's Water Ice from 10 am to 2 pm, kids' crafts and games, and discounts on plants and supplies. [more]
City Gardening Series: Herbs 101
Saturday, June 14, 1:30 - 2:30 pm
Fox Chase Branch, Free Library of Philadelphia
501 Rhawn Street
Philadelphia, PA
Horticultural therapist Mona Gold will demonstrate what every gardener should know about growing, caring for, and using herbs. [more]
Coach Tour: Nemours and Winterthur
Tuesday, June 17, 9:45 am - 6 pm
Nemours and Winterthur
Wilmington, DE
Spend a day with us in the Brandywine Valley exploring the great garden legacies of two du Pont families with very different styles.
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City Gardening Series: Bus trip to Meadowbrook Farm
Wednesday, June 18, 9:30 am - 3 pm
Meadowbrook Farm
1633 Washington Lane
Abington Township, PA
Meadowbrook staffer Glenn Ashton will lead a workshop focusing on Zone 7 Tender Perennials. Bus will leave PHS, 100 N. 20th Street, at 9 am SHARP, returning to Philadelphia by 3 pm. [more]
Chanticleer Walk: Screening Plants
Wednesday, June 18, 6 - 8 pm
Chanticleer
786 Church Road
Wayne, PA
In this walk with Chanticleer horticulturist Peter Brindle, you’ll see a variety of plants that can define spaces and lend structure to the garden. [more]
Stone Harbor, NJ: Morning Lecture - “Gardening at the Seashore”
Thursday, June 19, 10 - 11 am
Civic Club
Stone Harbor, NJ
The Stone Harbor Garden Club and PHS proudly present Michael Bowell, who will talk about the challenges and rewards of gardening at the seaside. [more]
City Gardening Series: Containers for Small Garden Spaces
Thursday, June 19, 6 - 7 pm
Dickinson Square, Parsons Building
S. 4th & Tasker Streets
Philadelphia, PA
Master gardener Robin Potter shares ideas for choosing and combining plants for a variety of containers. [more]
City Gardening Series: Designing and Maintaining Hanging Baskets
Saturday, June 21, 10 - 11 am
Campbell Square Community Park
2500 block of East Allegheny Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
Environmental educator Lori Hayes will share basic know-how and creativity in designing hanging baskets for any garden setting. [more]
Botanical Illustration Workshop - Miniature Garden Portraits in Colored Pencil
Six Mondays, June 23 - July 28, 10 am - 1 pm
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
100 North 20th Street, 5th floor
Philadelphia, PA
In this workshop taught by Eileen Rosen, you will begin by learning and practicing specific colored-pencil techniques, then learn to reduce and eliminate extraneous details of the larger landscape. [more]
City Gardening Series: The Summer Vegetable Garden
Wednesday, June 25, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Tacony Branch, Free Library of Philadelphia
6742 Torresdale Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
Charlotte Kidd will discuss the wide range of vegetables you can grow in the home garden. [more]
City Gardening Series: The Mixed Flower Border
Saturday, June 28, 1:30 - 2:30 pm
Fox Chase Branch, Free Library of Philadelphia
501 Rhawn Street
Philadelphia, PA
Eva Monheim will take the mystery out of figuring out how to mix flowers and plants in border-type gardens. [more]
IN THE GARDEN: Andalusia
Tuesday, July 8, 10 am - Noon
Andalusia
Bucks County, PA
Andalusia was the country estate of the Craig and Biddle families for more than 200 years. The Greek revival house is furnished in a variety of American period styles, and has been left as intact as possible to show how the family lived. [more]
Chanticleer Class: Botany for Beginners
Wednesday, July 9, 6 - 8 pm
Chanticleer
786 Church Road
Wayne, PA
Using Chanticleer’s flower gardens as our laboratory, Robert Herald will discuss basic facts of plant morphology and how these relate to classification and identification. [more]
Meadowbrook Farm Tour: The Legacy of Liddon Pennock
Wednesday, July 16, 10 - 11:30 am
Meadowbrook Farm
1633 Washington Lane
Abington Township, PA
This in-depth tour of Meadowbrook Farm’s noted Robert McGoodwin-designed estate will include an expanded discussion on the style of J. Liddon Pennock, who was influenced by the eighteenth-century designer, Robert Adam. [more]
Meadowbrook Farm Tour: The Legacy of Liddon Pennock
Wednesday, July 16, 1 - 2:30 pm
Meadowbrook Farm
1633 Washington Lane
Abington Township, PA
This in-depth tour of Meadowbrook Farm’s noted Robert McGoodwin-designed estate will include an expanded discussion on the style of J. Liddon Pennock, who was influenced by the eighteenth-century designer, Robert Adam. [more]
Chanticleer Tour: House and Garden
Wednesday, July 16, 6 - 8 pm
Chanticleer
786 Church Road
Wayne, PA
Designed initially as a summer home close to railroad transportation from Philadelphia, the house at Chanticleer was enlarged in 1924 to become a year-round residence. [more]
Woody Plant Conference
Friday, July 18, 7:30 am - 4:15 pm
Swarthmore College
Lang Performing Arts Center
Swarthmore, PA
The 2008 Woody Plant Conference includes lectures on distinctive and reliable trees and shrubs, Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania, history and uses of roses, the process of getting plants from the wild to market, and new woody plants for colder climates. [more]
Meadowbrook Farm Demonstration: Planting Your Garden for Hummingbirds and Butterflies
Wednesday, July 30, 10 am - Noon
Meadowbrook Farm
1633 Washington Lane
Abington Township, PA
Spend a lovely morning in late July walking around the gardens of Meadowbrook Farm with head gardener Glenn Ashton, learning which plants attract hummingbirds and butterflies. [more]
Chanticleer Walk: Line, Color, Form, and Hot New Plants
Wednesday, July 30, 6 - 8 pm
Chanticleer
786 Church Road
Wayne, PA
Join horticulturist Dan Benarcik as we stroll through the gardens looking at what the Chanticleer staff does best: growing and displaying new plants and innovative plant combinations. [more]
Chanticleer Walk: Summer Bulbs, Highlights of the Garden
Thursday, July 31, 6 - 8 pm
Chanticleer
786 Church Road
Wayne, PA
Join Chanticleer horticulturist Jonathan Wright on a walk through the garden with a focus on summer bulbs and how to use them creatively in your garden. [more]
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Family-Friendly Gardening
Fun For Kids and Families
June - August 2008
Tyler Arboretum
515 Painter Road
Media, PA
Tyler’s summer programs for children include Teeny Tiny Trackers programs for 3-year-olds, Tiny Trackers programs for children ages 4 to 5, Junior Gardeners programs for children ages 6 to 9, Crafty Kids programs for elementary school-age children, and a special series of Treehouse Kids programs in conjunction with the arboretum’s Totally Terrific Treehouses exhibit. [more]
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2008 Plant Sales and Events
See the 2008 Plant Sales and Events on our website for major plant sales and garden tours in the greater Philadelphia region. [more]
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Other Gardening News & Events
Darwin’s Garden: An Evolutionary Adventure
Through June 15
New York Botanical Garden
200th Street and Kazimiroff Boulevard
The Bronx
New York, NY
This multi-part exhibition explores the untold story of Charles Darwin's lifelong fascination and work with plants, including how flowers have evolved their extreme beauty and how plants are sensitive creatures responding to the slightest beam of sunlight and the pull of gravity. [more]
Continuing Education Courses
June - July 2008
Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square, PA
Plants that Pop, Pests, and Plant Disease ID are just a few of the classes offered at Longwood in June. [more]
Workshops and Events
June-July 2008
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve
1635 River Road
New Hope, PA
Daily guided wildflower walks, bird walks, and a walk in the moonlight will be offered at the preserve during the months of June and July. [more]
Classes and Events at the Morris Arboretum
June - July 2008
Morris Arboretum
100 Northwestern Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
Take a yoga course in the arboretum, attend a workshop on gardening with hardy ferns, learn how to arrange floral stems from your garden, and more. [more]
Tyler Arboretum Summer Programs
June - August 2008
Tyler Arboretum
515 Painter Road
Media, PA
A Totally Terrific Treehouses exhibit, the Amazing Butterflies Butterfly House, a champion tree tour, vegetable gardening workshops, wildflower walks, and night hikes are all among the happenings at Tyler this summer. [more]
Great American Gardeners Awards Ceremony and Banquet
Friday, June 6
The American Horticultural Society
George Washington’s River Farm
7931 East Boulevard Drive
Alexandria, VA
[more] or contact Viveka Neveln at 703-768-5700 x120 or vneveln@ahs.org.
Trolley Bazaar - Artists & Artisans
Friday, June 6, 5:30 - 9 pm
Delaware Center for Horticulture
1810 N. Dupont Street
Wilmington, DE
Meet renowned local artists and global artisans, learn about their crafts, and enjoy strolling through the Center’s beautiful grounds. Contact 302-658-6262.
Rose Show
Saturday, June 7, 1:30 - 6 pm
Moorestown Mall, Macy Court
Route 38 & Lenola Road
Moorestown, NJ
West Jersey Rose Society sponsors this show featuring over 500 roses and many rose arrangements that will be judged for ribbons and trophies. Contact 856-234-6583.
25th Annual Demuth Garden Tour
Saturday - Sunday, June 7 - 8, 10 am - 5 pm
Demuth Museum
120 East King Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
Visitors to this year’s House and Garden Tour will have access to both the homes and the gardens of ten exclusive Lancaster locations. [more]
Guided Tour: A Walk with the Curator
Monday, June 9, 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Departs from Scott Arboretum Offices
Swarthmore College
500 College Avenue
Swarthmore, PA
Andrew Bunting will discuss the most recent accessions acquired for the collection, as well as why some plants were removed. [more]
Guided Tour: Green Roof
Wednesday, June 11, 5:30 - 7 pm
Departs from Scott Arboretum Offices
Swarthmore College
500 College Avenue
Swarthmore, PA
Learn about the inner workings, benefits, and beauty of green roofs while exploring the two at the arboretum. [more]
West Jersey Rose Society
Wednesday, June 11, 7:30 - 9 pm
Room 208, Cherry Hill Community Center Complex
820 Mercer Street
Cherry Hill, NJ
New Jersey apiarian Fred Sanger will present “Where Have All the Bees Gone?” Contact 856-234-6583.
Garden Tour: Exploring Wilmington’s Public Gardens
Thursday, June 12, 5 - 8:30 pm
Delaware Center for Horticulture
1810 N. Dupont Street
Wilmington, DE
Enjoy a progressive picnic supper and guided tour through three public gardens. Contact 302-658-6262.
Sunset Sippin’: Swamp White Oaks and Whirlwind Wit
Thursday, June 15, 6 - 8 pm
Magill Walk (rain location: Parrish Parlors)
Swarthmore College
500 College Avenue
Swarthmore, PA
Relax in the shade of our majestic swamp white oaks while enjoying the company of friends and the flavors of Whirlwind Wit from Victor Brewery. [more]
2008 Wilmington City Gardens Contest
Entry deadline: Friday, June 20, 5 pm
Volunteer judges application deadline: Monday, July 7
Judging: Saturday, July 19, 9 am - 12 Noon
Delaware Center for Horticulture
1810 N. Dupont Street
Wilmington, DE
The contest recognizes Wilmington gardeners for creating beautiful green spaces. Gardens in seventeen categories will be judged in July. [more]
2nd Annual Wilmington Garden Tour
Saturday, June 21, 9 am - 4 pm
Delaware Center for Horticulture
1810 N. Dupont Street
Wilmington, DE
Previous winning gardens in the City Gardens Contest will be open to the public on this self-guided tour. [more] or call 302-658-6262 x105.
Hobby Greenhouse Associatio
Saturday, June 21, 10 am - 1 pm
The Horticulture Center
West Fairmount Park,
Philadelphia, PA
See how indoor gardeners grow their plants from seeds or cuttings at the Delaware Valley Chapter’s Members’ Flower Show. Contact Bernie Wiener at wiener1@verizon.net or 610-446-2160.
Philadelphia Botanical Club Field Trip
Sunday, June 22
Haycock Mountain
Northern Bucks County, PA
Join Janet Novak on a walk on a ridge of volcanic diabase, through rocky woods and a field of large boulders. Contact Janet at botany@indri.org or 215-534-6700.
13th Annual Newport Flower Show
Friday - Sunday, June 27 - 29
Rosecliff Mansion
Newport, RI
Sponsored by the Preservation Society of Newport County and Bartlett Tree Experts. This year’s theme is “Explore! Botanical Passions”. Horticulturist Allan Armitage will be presented with the Newport Flower Show International Achievement Award. [more]
Art Exhibit: Eric Zippe Photography
Mondays - Fridays, July - August, 9 am - 5 pm
Delaware Center for Horticulture
1810 N. Dupont Street
Wilmington, DE
Eric Zippe’s show will host extended hours until 8 pm on July 18 and August 15. [more] or call 302-658-6262 x105.
Tree Care Club - Call for Volunteers
Thursday, July 10, 5:30 - 8 pm
Delaware Center for Horticulture
1810 N. Dupont Street
Wilmington, DE
Join other volunteers for a fun evening dedicated to caring for Wilmington’s street trees. Pre-register with Nick Lodsun at nlodsun@dehort.org or 302-658-6262 x113.
Philadelphia Botanical Club Field Trip
Saturday, July 12
Ramapo Mountains
Bergen County, NJ
Botanize some of the most remote areas in northeastern New Jersey, including some unusual forested wetland habitats. Joint trip with the Torrey Botanical Society. Contact Gerry Moore at gerrymoore@bbg.org or call 718-623-7332 or 609-432-8012.
Philadelphia Botanical Club Field Trip
Saturday, July 19
Burden Hill Forest
Salem County, NJ
Continue the club’s exploration of this nearly 14,000-acre forested tract on the Outer Coastal Plain. Visit an impressive mature remnant of American beech forest and a Swamp Pink occurrence that was nearly expunged by an illegal mining operation. Contact Ted Gordon at PBITGordon@aol.com or 609-859-3566 or Joe Arsenault at NJPlants@aol.com or 856-697-6044.
Philadelphia Botanical Club Field Trip
Saturday, July 26
Stafford Forge Wildlife Management Area
Warren Grove Vicinity
Ocean and Burlington Counties, NJ
See natural occurrences of the globally rare sedge Knieskern’s Beaked Rush, probably the endangered Xyris fimbriata at a quaking bog, and more. Contact Ted Gordon at PBITGordon@aol.com or 609-859-3566.
“Growing Fertile Minds and Communities”
National Children & Youth Garden Symposium
Thursday - Saturday, July 24 - 26
Greater Philadelphia area, PA
Discover a variety of approaches for cultivating fertile minds and communities through innovative programs and gardens based in the Philadelphia area and across the nation. The symposium’s diverse educational offerings include lectures by nationally recognized keynote speakers, field trips to exemplary gardens, educational sessions led by experts, and a poster session. The symposium is sponsored by the American Horticultural Society and hosted by the Camden Children’s garden, Longwood Gardens, PHS, and Winterthur Museum and Country Estate. [more] or call 703-768-5700 x132.
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Garden Q & A
Our gardening experts volunteer their time to answer your questions. Use the form on our web site.
Q. I have read about Knock out Roses. I want to buy one. Do they need a lot of sun. I can only give it partial. Do they look just like a regular rose? Thank you. Marilyn B., Upper Darby, PA
A. Knock Out roses seem to be wonderful landscape plants, and much less fussy than other roses. They are easy to grow, are disease resistant, and long blooming. They will do fine with about 4 hours of sun. They do not look like hybrid tea roses, but they appear to be attractive shrub roses. Click here to visit a web site that will provide additional information.
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How to Submit News & Events
The Wired Gardener is issued 10 times a year (no July or December issue) on the 1st of the month. We post notices of gardening events and give precedence to Philadelphia-area events. Deadline: the 15th of the month for listing in the next month's issue. Send brief details and contact information by email and reference "Wired Gardener" in the subject line. Press releases are not accepted. Please review and follow the format used in our Other Gardening News and Events section.
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About the Wired Gardener
Edited by Janet Evans, McLean Library manager, Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, with contributions by Elena Sisti and Priscilla Becroft
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