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In this special gardening issue, we celebrate Philadelphia's rich horticultural heritage and explore the joys of gardening.
Shovel after shovel, the spade cuts into the dark, moist, nutrient-rich earth. The gardener kneels and gently places the plant into its new home.
Wearing rubber boots and tromping around her grounds, Garden Club of Philadelphia member Lisa Madzin talks of cutting, planting and digging.
The next time you visit the Philadelphia Flower Show, pause and thank the women who helped spark the local resurgence of this ancient craft.