by Becky Robert | Sep 28, 2009 | Happenings, Sustainability Topics
Another way to achieve LEED certification points is to reuse building material and recycled material. For the Wister Education Center and Greenhouse this idea has been employed in several avenues but none as uniquely as in the use of Metasequoia shingles. In order to...
by Becky Robert | Sep 24, 2009 | Happenings, Scott in the News, Sustainability Topics
Almost a year after planting Swarthmore College’s and Scott Arboretum’s third green roof, the plants have grown together to create a striking tapestry of color. Check out what Jennie Love had to say about our green roof after visiting this summer. There...
by Becky Robert | Aug 18, 2009 | Special Interest, Sustainability Topics
When pursing a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for new construction, as the Scott Arboretum is doing with the Wister Center, even the trash plays an important role. The program is called job-site recycling and recycles all materials...
by Becky Robert | Aug 13, 2009 | Happenings, Scott in the News
This July Martha Stewart’s gardener, Shaun Kass, attended the Woody Plant Conference. Check out his images and thoughts on the conference and the Scott Arboretum on Martha’s blog. You can attend the Woody Plant Conference in July 2010. Learn all about...
by Becky Robert | Aug 10, 2009 | Garden Practices
Propagating cacti can seem like a daunting task, but with a good pair of gloves it is a simple process. It is recommended that you propagate your cacti in late spring with the arrival of warmer, drier weather. This allows plants plenty of time to get established...
