Greater Philadelphia Gardens

Archived News From November 2008

Tyler Arboretum Announces Two Joint Ventures With U.S. Forest Service

Funding will support an educational initiative as well as a study of a 13-acre woodland ecosystem.

Scott Arboretum and Its Director Win Awards and Praise

Claire Sawyers receives commendation from Garden Club of America; Scott Arboretum gets Community Greening Award.

The Holidays Are Almost Here! Try a Workshop, a House Tour, or Have Some Family Fun

Get into the holiday mood by making a wreath or centerpiece, or simply sighing over elegant visions of Christmases Past.

Morris Arboretum Unveils New Photo Exhibit, 'The Texture of Trees'

An official opening reception for the exhibit of work by Andrea Baldeck, is scheduled for November 21; reservations are required.

Thanksgiving Fun That's Calorie-Free! Make a Floral Turkey, or Go to a Beast Feast...

Craft a turkey from flowers, a Horn of Plenty with native plants, or admire some tasty pumpkins made of glass at area gardens.

They're Selling Off Morris R. Bearetum on Saturday Night

But he's sure to go to a good home. Morris is one of 12 'bears' to be auctioned off Nov. 15 to benefit Chestnut Hill.

Believe-It-Or-Not Tales From the Garden

Read all about it: Plants that call in the cavalry, and garden boosters from some exotic critters.

Brandywine Conservancy Salutes Senator for Role in Preserving Open Space

Honor recognizes U.S. Senator Thomas R. Carper for his leadership in supporting tax incentives for Conservation Easements to preserve open space.