A gift of gardens
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Enid Haupt, called the greatest benefactor of modern horticulture developed her inspiration for love of plants and nature from generous support of gardens and horticultural institutions. Her first garden donation was the Glass Garden at the New York University Medical Center, which was constructed to provide patients and their families with an oasis where they could get away from the sterile environment of the hospital.
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 2006
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Cool-season annuals: New varieties keep gardens blooming through the fourth season
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The selection of cool-season annuals as well as their blooming schedule varies significantly from one region to another, Pansies, violas, dianthus, snapdragons, and ornamental kale are some of the most popular winter annuals which persist through some frost and freezing temperatures, although varieties differ in their ability to handle the cold.
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 2004
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Secret gardens
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The best lesser known gardens of the United States and Canada are described. The best in the Northeast include Goodstay Gardens in Delaware. The best gardens in the Southeast include Oak Hill and George Washington's River Farm. One of the best little gardens in the West is the Connie Hansen Garden in Oregon.
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 2001
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