The greening of zoos
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The role botanical gardens play in American zoos and how they may inspire the design of backyard gardens are examined. Topics include the history of zoo gardens, the challenges of landscaping zoos, the manner in which foreign habitats are created, and gardening achievements at such zoos as the San Diego Zoo and the Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Park in New York, NY.
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 2000
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Ode to the ordinary
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This article profiles several classic annuals that have traditionally been favored among gardeners. The merits and planting needs of the snapdragon, spider flower, snow on the mountain, lace comos, impatien, stock, petunia, coleus, French marigold, and pansy are detailed.
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 1999
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The perfect pathway
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Issues related to the design of garden paths are examined. Topics include formal gardens, informal gardens, woodland paths, designing transition points, and laying a flagstone path.
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 2000
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