Author : A. Jefferson Lewis, 3rd
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ISBN 13 : 9780578685229
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (852 download)
Book Synopsis Five Decades and Still Growing by : A. Jefferson Lewis, 3rd
Download or read book Five Decades and Still Growing written by A. Jefferson Lewis, 3rd and published by . This book was released on 2020-07 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering an area in excess of 300 acres, The State Botanical Garden of Georgia (formerly the University of Georgia Botanical Garden) is a unit of the University of Georgia. It contains habitats typical of Piedmont Georgia-wetlands, floodplains, slopes and upland plateaus. Part of a larger land mass acquired by the University in the early 20th Century, the State Botanical Garden is located on the site of a former cotton plantation-old eroded terraces can still be seen in some areas. In addition to many native plant species found among these habitats (and the Native Flora Garden), the State Botanical Garden also contains numerous exotic species, hybrids and cultivars found in several theme gardens-the Shade Garden, International Garden, Heritage Garden, Flower Garden and Children's Garden, most with multiple sections and plant collections. A number of nature trails traverse the natural areas of the Garden including the area bordered by the Middle Oconee River. In addition to the man-made gardens, the State Botanical Garden boast several fine buildings and facilities.As a unit of the University of Georgia, the State Botanical Garden offers programs and actives relative to its mission and that of a land grant institution-teaching, research and public service and outreach. Originally begun as a garden for use by University students and faculty, the Garden has grown to include programs and activities with statewide, regional, national and international reach, particularly in the areas of environmental education and plant conservation. Other activities round out events that attract a diverse audience ranging from young children to young and older adults.This book recounts the history of the original University of Georgia Botanical Garden which existed in the mid-19th Century and tells the story of how the current garden grew in its first 50 years from an obscure botanical garden to become one of the leading university botanical gardens in the United States. The author, director of the Garden for 20 years, recounts the somewhat meandering and at times challenging pathway to success-with a strong foundation now in place for continued growth and development.
