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Feature Story posted 6/30/2008

Deer Ticks and Lyme Disease: When No News Isn’t Necessarily Good News

Expert will explain why at Woody Plant Conference on July 18. Also on the agenda is Roy Lancaster, author of 'Travels in China–A Plantsman's Paradise'

by Denise Cowie

Ilene Sternberg has a pretty large garden in West Chester. She also has a couple of increasingly art…   Read Complete Entry

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Artist Mark Dion on Bartram’s Travels: Not Your Typical Exhibit

'Mark Dion: Travels of William Bartram -- Reconsidered' turns out to be one of the biggest exhibit openings at historic Bartram's Garden.

Writers Offer Updates on Mulch, Peat, and Heronswood, the Garden

Gardening columns and blogs weigh in on our love affair with mulch; potting mixes without peat; and what's happening with the garden at Heronswood.

Tree House Exhibits at Tyler & Longwood Appeal to the Kid in All of Us

Tyler Arboretum and Longwood Gardens are celebrating trees with totally terrific -- but different -- approaches to tree houses.

Rediscover Childhood With Some Totally Terrific Tree Houses

A "tree housewarming" on Saturday launches Tyler Arboretum's new exhibit. And more large-scale tree houses are on display at Longwood Gardens.

Charming Native Azaleas Entice Gardeners Into Spring Love Affair

Varieties and colors, from subdued to brilliant, abound in our region, writes Rick J. Lewandowski, Director of the Mt. Cuba Center in Delaware.

Want a No-Care Flower Garden? And Other Useful ...Or Just Fun... Web Sites

From maps of climatic conditions to how to pronounce Latin names of plants, the Internet is a virtual bonanza for gardeners.

...And You Can Add a Personal Touch to Decorating at a Holiday Workshop!

For many gardeners, store-bought is not an option. They create their own wreaths and centerpieces...and have fun doing it, too.

Add a Personal Touch to Holiday Decorating at Garden Workshops

For many gardeners, store-bought is not an option. They create their own wreaths and centerpieces...and have fun doing it, too.

Roll Out the Rain Barrel: Gardeners Can Help Slow Stormwater Runoff

'Rain Barrel Workshops' show homeowners how a lot of people doing a little can have a major impact on the environment.

Drooling Dragons! Longwood Unveils Its New Indoor Children’s Garden

The pint-sized classical garden, 10 years in the making, features mazes, a grotto, child-friendly plants, and lots and lots of water features.