Life beyond the Leyland cypress

Article Abstract:

A variety of plants work well as hedges and screens, and people should consider alternatives to standards such as the Leyland cypress and the oleander. These plants are chosen for their fast growth, but are often less than ideal in the long run. A directory of plants divided by geographical region lists numerous options for hedges and screens. Nurseries where these plants are available are also listed.

Innovations, Directory, Natural history, Landscape gardening, Horticultural industry, Hedges, Windbreaks, shelterbelts, etc., Windbreaks

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Material taken beyond

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The Society for Contemporary Craft in Pittsburgh, PA, has staged an exhibition entitled 'Transformation: Contemporary Works in Wood.' The works emphasized the intrinsic characteristics of wood.

Exhibitions, Woodwork, Woodworking

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Beyond Monticello

Article Abstract:

Thomas Jefferson's retreat from Monticello was 80 miles away at Poplar Forest, VA. It is currently under full-scale archaeological investigation. The retreat was built in 1806.

Virginia, Biography, Archaeological expeditions, Homes and haunts, Ex-presidents, Jefferson, Thomas

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