Finding solace in gardening

Article Abstract:

After the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, many sought refuge in their gardening. Others found visiting public gardens to be soothing and public gardens in New York and the gardens at the Horticultural Society's River Farm, not far from the Pentagon, saw high numbers of visitors.

Psychological aspects, Terrorism, Botanical gardens, World Trade Center and Pentagon Attacks, 2001

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The busy days of winter

Article Abstract:

January and February are still busy months for the gardener. Garden and landscape plans need to be made and seeds should be ordered. When the weather allows for outside activity, pruning and clearing of fallen objects can take place.

Planning, Purchasing, Environmental aspects, Seeds, Winter, Gardens, Pruning

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Thoughts on trees

Article Abstract:

A gardener described his love of trees and wishes he had the land to plant an arboretum. He describes how the staff at the American Horticultural Society's River Farm care for and plant new trees.

Methods, Personal narratives, Trees, Trees (Plants), Gardeners, Trees, Care of, Tree care

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