Terrariums thrive as tropical home decor in winter
A Washington Post piece explores terrariums as revived 1960s icons from Wardian cases to cloches, noting they create self contained microcosms. Horticulurists from the Smithsonian and Merrifield Garden Center offer tips on care and plant choices for bright indirect light and closed systems.
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Smith & Hawken
Regina Lanctot
Merrifield Garden
Washington Area
Tovah Martin
Martin
Pyle
Modern Lawrence hillside home blends windows and light
Lawrence couple Jim and Thelma Taylor share a sunlit contemporary residence built in 1976 by architect Harvey Liebman on a diagonal hillside plot. The four level interior features angled walls, built in cubbies and benches, multi level views, cedar ceilings, and a rooftop deck for stargazing. Thelma, a violist with Topeka Symphony, praises acoustics and privacy amid wood siding and natural surroundings. Jennifer Oldridge, KU graduate and former landscaper, notes garden interest.
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Jim
Harvey Liebman
Lawrence
Taylors
Seattle
Liebman
Thelma
Topeka Symphony
Thelma Taylor
Master Gardeners Foster Community Gardens in Douglas County
Jennifer Smith of K-State Research and Extension notes that the Douglas County Master Gardeners rely on grants donations and fundraisers including a biannual Garden Tour and plant sales to run the program. The group maintains gardens at the 4-H Fairgrounds KU campus and a courthouse site, offering labeled plants and various gardens viewable year round. The horticulture hot line operates April 1 to Oct 31 with expert answers and weekly Saturday markets in Lawrence.
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Douglas County
Monarch Watch
Kansas University
Judicial & Law Enforcement Center
Fairgrounds
Gar
New York School
Jennifer Smith
K-State Research and Extension
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