historic garden

Join us on this episode as we delve into the rich history and vibrant diversity of Tucson's Mission Garden. Kendall Kroesen, Community Outreach Coordinator at Mission Garden, shares the illuminating stories behind this unique living museum and their commitment to preserve their region’s agricultural heritage.

Explore the abundant history that Mission Garden is able to preserve and share through the variety of their cultural garden plots. Mission Garden is located at the site of the Native American village of S-cuk Son, and honors not only the native history of the area, but the other cultures that have influenced the diversity within Tucson. Kendall invites listeners to examine the beauty of this organization as it is today, and informs us of the bright future ahead as they look forward to more productive, environmentally friendly ways to grow with their upcoming plot called Tomorrow’s Garden.

Jane Hunt talks to Armando Pizzoni Ardemani, owner and passionate custodian of the exquisite northern Italian gardens, the Monumental Gardens of Valsanzibio, located close to Padua, where garden lovers can enjoy an experience like no other.

Jane learns all about the history of the gardens, the allegorical and religious symbolism that profoundly influences the visitor experience and the topiary that has led Valsanzibio to be interested in her PR concept of World Topiary Day.