Gardenstory: Inspiring Spaces, Healing Places
The Garden as Protector of the Planet: This Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, Missouri (#110)
The central role of botanical gardens in preserving biodiversity and educating the public in environmental issues through researching, preserving, and propagating endangered plant species is depicted through a fascinating presentation of the innovative and effective educational programs and global research agendas of the largest center for the study of plants in the world.
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Program Description: GARDENSTORY: INSPIRING SPACES, HEALING PLACES reveals the power of gardens to transform lives and strengthen communities through compelling and informative stories about gardens and their creators. The 10-part series focuses on the diversity of gardens, the power of gardens to prompt positive social change and the need for stewardship of the natural world. Each episode features an original score, lively animated graphics and stunning watercolor plans of innovative and exemplary garden spaces from Massachusetts to Missouri. Leading garden designers, horticulturists and environmentalists join host Rebecca Frischkorn in conveying the "whys" of gardening.
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