Heritage Garden

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  Heritage Garden Background

In 1997 The North Carolina Arboretum began to plan and develop a demonstration garden showcasing plants used in the multi-million dollar craft industry of Western North Carolina.  Areas of craft for representation in this garden include:  dye making from plants, basket making, hand paper making and broom making.

Phase One of the project establishes plants in an existing garden, and beyond it in raised bed gardens.  The Phase Two development will include the construction of four architectural elements, allowing the garden to function as an outdoor classroom.  Research information on plant culture, yields and garden establishment will be an outgrowth to the regional craft community.

The purpose of this project is to develop a community outreach program and publication to educate and inform the WNC craftspeople, entrepreneurs and communities about the integrated economic and environmental protection opportunities.

Below are the symbols that we will use in interpretation of various plants and their uses in the garden.

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Last Revised: Monday, March 14, 2005