Lower Midwest: Prairie Revival

Article Abstract:

The Prairie School members' work idealized nature and they were interested in the contrasts between open areas and woodland edges, and in massing and repeating plants for impact and emphasis. An appreciation of cultural and horticultural diversity has led gardeners back to the beauty of native plants.

Horticultural Specialties, Environmental aspects, Gardens, Horticultural industry

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Early arrivals

Article Abstract:

Marty Ross gives the detail description of the first flower that grows during the winter. A detailed description of the ephemeral flowers that are among the first to bloom in winter, emerge and bloom for a very short time, then disappear for the summer is discussed.

Winter gardening, Ephemeral organisms

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Prickly Business

Article Abstract:

The environment suitable for growth and development of cactus is described. A collection of large rocks of sandstone, limestone, and granite protects the cactus from harsh winter winds.

Methods, Gardening, Cactus, Cacti

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