Monthly Archives: August 2013

The B. W. Wells Association Hosts the Annual Meeting of the Friends of Plant Conservation

The B. W. Wells Association will be hosting the annual meeting of the Friends of Plant Conservation on September 27, 2013. The meeting will focus on plant conservation partnerships and unique conservation strategies in the Piedmont area, especially in Durham, … Continue reading

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Granitic Flatrocks and Leaf Shape

The granitic flatrock ecosystem imposes harsh conditions on the resident plant communities in the heat of summer. Plant foliage must tolerate intense sunlight from the open sky, and reflected light and heat from the rock surface. Thin, narrow foliage is … Continue reading

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