by Becky Robert | Nov 17, 2016 | Crum Woods Chronicle, Special Interest, Sustainability Topics
The complication of the SEPTA Viaduct brings to a close a five-year period of construction in the Crum Woods. Seventeen acres of upland forest and wetland were clear-cut for the SEPTA Viaduct construction. Nine different plant communities are part of the restoration...
by Becky Robert | Nov 10, 2016 | Crum Woods Chronicle, Garden Plants, Sustainability Topics
As we reach fall foliage peak here in the Delaware Valley, it is a great time to take a walk in our native woodland the Crum Woods. While exploring the trails, you may discover the native gem Chimaphila maculata, spotted wintergreen, tucked under the colorful fallen...
by Becky Robert | Aug 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
Over the years the Arboretum has created various forms of ephemeral art using dead or dying trees (In the Shadow of Abracadabra or Bender oak sculpture.) These efforts bring attention to the complete lifecycle of trees and plants as they age and pass in landscape. The...
by Becky Robert | Jun 2, 2016 | Garden Plants
Last week, the class of 2016 revived an old Swarthmore tradition of planting a class tree. Enthusiastic seniors helped plant a Nyssa sylvatica Green GableTM outside the newly completed Dwell Hall. Nyssa sylvatica is a great native tree and staple for fall color...
by Becky Robert | May 31, 2016 | Uncategorized
Last week we continued our efforts to increase the integration of the campus proper with the Crum Woods. In accordance with the Swarthmore College Master Plan, we have been planting woodland gardens to extend the edge of our natural area, the Crum Woods, and to expand...
