by Becky Robert | Sep 6, 2013 | Happenings, Scott in the News, Special Interest, Sustainability Topics
Last week, Swarthmore College welcomed and oriented the class of 2017. During this orientation week, the Arboretum has traditionally offered first year students a houseplant to “green” their dorm room. Check out commentary on the benefits of greenery in your room. We...
by Becky Robert | Jul 15, 2013 | Garden Practices, Happenings, Special Interest, Sustainability Topics
Last month Swarthmore College and the Scott Arboretum installed their fifth green roof on the Lang Performing Art Center’s six layered roof. All of our green roof installations were retrofitted to an existing roof, thus each one presented unique challenges and...
by Becky Robert | Jul 11, 2013 | Garden Design, Garden Plants, Scott in the News
The goal of the Scott Arboretum is to inspire gardeners in the Delaware Valley and introduce them to great plants for their growing conditions. This “plant” inspiration also influences our staff and is exemplified by the article in This Old House: “Planter’s Punch,”...
by Becky Robert | Jun 19, 2013 | Garden Design, Garden Plants
Even though my maternity leave delayed the posting of this story, I would still like to introduce you to Diane Mattis and her intimate look at the wonderful plants found at the Scott Arboretum. Enjoy the reminder of the delightful blooms in the Harry Wood Garden this...
by Becky Robert | Mar 15, 2013 | Garden Plants, Happenings
By Josh Coceano and Becky Robert At the Arboretum, we are already in the flurry of spring and spring activities including the celebration of the Spring Festival. At this annual membership event, we will distribute the spring plant dividend including Vitex agnus-castus...
