Look for an explosion of color in two of Philadelphia’s most significant public spaces as “City in Bloom” kicks off May 9 with a spring planting event at the Swann Memorial Fountain on Logan Square and JFK Plaza (Love Park). With the help of volunteers from Grant Thornton, LLP and students from St. Francis Xavier… [Read more…]
Get ready for Love Your Park Week, eight days dedicated to cleaning, greening, and celebrating Philadelphia parks from May 12 – 19, 2012. Whether you’re interested in service projects, fun events, educational programs, family activities, or tours, there is something for everyone. And with 100-plus participating locations, you won’t have to travel too far either.… [Read more…]
Today is Friday, so your mind is likely focused on the weekend ahead. If you are desperately seeking horticultural inspiration, plan to visit one of the many public gardens, arboreta, and historic houses in the greater Philadelphia area—many of which reopen this month. Known as the “cradle of horticulture,” Philadelphia has more of these open… [Read more…]
As a PHS devotee, you know how beneficial trees are to our health and happiness. A recent article from The Atlantic online draws our attention to these precious living resources, pointing out that trees improve air quality, reduce temperatures, and lead to increased property values. Trees in urban areas even have a restorative effect on… [Read more…]
Many of you probably know Tammy Leigh DeMent, manager of the PHS parks department. Not only is she skilled at organizing groups and protecting open space—but she can decorate too! Considering how much time she spends in the field (literally), it’s no surprise Tammy Leigh’s design ideas often stem from nature. She says, “Every year… [Read more…]
Plant One Million had a smashing success with its November 5 initiative to plant 2,100 trees (and 60 shrubs!) in the tri-state region. Hundreds of volunteers turned out to plant, and the results of their efforts are inspiring. So where did all those new trees end up? FDR Park in South Philadelphia. More than 100… [Read more…]
May 7, 2012 by Barb
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