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Virginia Nature Journal for August
Cottage gardens were at one time part of the domestic economy, but now they’re mostly recreational. Like horse-riding, boating, fishing, target-shooting, and racing of various kinds, gardening has evolved from an occupation to a passion. Besides the advantages of growing-your-own … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Seasons in Virginia
Tagged Andrew Marvell, cottage garden, nightshades, Thomas Jefferson, vegetable gardening
Citizen Science
At one time all scientists were amateurs. Most were gentlemen with private incomes like Charles Darwin or clergymen like the Rev. Gilbert White whose church stipend enabled him to spend spare time rambling in the Hampshire countryside. There was a … Continue reading
