Twentieth century New England garden landscapes show diversity that demonstrates society's expanding financial and social bases. Here are four such historic designs.

May 16, 2007 - Georgene A. Bramlage

A great versatile desert plant, the Agave americana, or Century plant, is an evergreen perennial.

Jan 5, 2011 - Tina Samuels

For centuries the mandrake has been steeped in superstition. With today's knowledge of how the plant works, superstition isn't behind the cause of death.

Jan 13, 2011 - David Leingang

Some of the best botanical paintings of the Himalayan rhododendrons were produced in the 19th century by Walter Fitch and Joseph Hooker.

Oct 16, 2009 - Lito Apostolakou

Kew Royal Botanic Gardens, located near south-west London, hosts a historical celebration in 2009; a 250 year history at Kew will be celebrated in a number of events.

Jan 19, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Historic and traditional garden landscapes in New England range from colonial times to modern times. Here is a survey of selected 17th to18th century landscape styles.

May 3, 2007 - Georgene A. Bramlage

During the 1920s pioneers to the Peace River Country of Western Canada learned some practical techniques for storing home grown vegetables like potatoes and cabbages.

Oct 6, 2009 - Janice Benthin

Root disease and old age commanded removal, in mid-June 2008, of a 19th century tulip poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera) at Monticello, Virginia home of Thomas Jefferson.

Oct 16, 2008 - Georgene A. Bramlage

Many gorgeous warm pigments such as dragonsblood and saffron and "minium" used in paintings before the mid-1800s are now rarely used due to toxicity or impermanence.

Aug 19, 2008 - George Stephen Murray

Wine has been produced for over 160 years in Victoria, but only a few wineries have been in continuous production.

Mar 1, 2009 - Darby Higgs

Historic and traditional garden landscapes in New England range from colonial times to modern times. Here is a survey of selected 19th century landscape styles.

May 8, 2007 - Georgene A. Bramlage

Theories of the development of agriculture; modern gender roles and Ester Boserup's contribution.

Sep 4, 2011 - Frances Simmons

Historic Ludwig Nevada provides a glimpse into Nevada's past. Copper ore mill ruins and classic Nevada high desert are waiting to be explored.

Dec 17, 2011 - Carl Hoffman

Albuquerque is famous for Route 66, and for red and green chilies. Epicurious travelers can get the flavor for both through two famous restaurants.

Jun 6, 2009 - Dena Braun

At Fort Vancouver, on the north bank of the Columbia River, visitors enter Pacific Northwest history in all its vibrant action and color.

Mar 28, 2009 - Marilyn McFarlane

The gathering at Plimoth Plantation was not quite what is portrayed in US history books. But it is possible to reinterpret the holiday from a larger point of view.

Nov 18, 2008 - Dawn M. Smith

Historic Spanish Point is a hidden gem encompassing centuries of Florida history just south of the city Sarasota, in Osprey, Florida.

Sep 24, 2008 - Rosanne Knorr

Building foundations, garden stones, photographs and quotations from internees, plus a documentary film chronicle life of interned Japanese in Owens Valley camp.

Mar 22, 2008 - Connie Emerson

New York City's Upper Manhattan has historic ties to the American Revolution war for independence. Here are tips to visiting some of the places used during this period.

May 6, 2007 - Lisa Schroeder

The historic city of Lund in southern Sweden is home to a university, cathedral, museums and parks.

Oct 7, 2011 - Beth MacMillan