Pottersville -- Empty Pockets Farm

Object Details

General: Established in 1971, the flower portion of this garden site once measured about 18 by 72 feet, but now consists of four beds, each 14 by 18 feet. Predominantly planted in perennials, the garden includes peonies, gaura, penstemon, foxgloves, iris, and some herbs such as lavender. There is a vegetable garden whose fence is planted with clematis and climbing roses. Deutzia and white flowering shrubs are planted throughout the property. Tree specimens include crabapple, dogwood, magnolia, stewartia, Carolina Silverbell, fringe, and hawthorn 'Crimson Cloud'.

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Collection Citation: Smithsonian Institution, Archives of American Gardens, Maida Babson Adams American garden collection.

Collection Rights: Archives of American Gardens encourages the use of its archival materials for non-commercial, educational and personal use under the fair use provision of U.S. copyright law. Use or copyright restrictions may exist. It is incumbent upon the researcher to ascertain copyright status and assume responsibility for usage. All requests for duplication and use must be submitted in writing and approved by Archives of American Gardens. Please direct reference inquiries to the Archives of American Gardens: aag@si.edu.

Scope and Contents: The folder includes worksheets, a magazine clipping about the garden, and other information.

Collection Restrictions: Access to original archival materials by appointment only. Researcher must submit request for appointment in writing. Certain items may be restricted and not available to researchers. Please direct reference inquiries to the Archives of American Gardens: aag@si.edu.

Related Materials: Empty Pockets Farm related holdings consist of 1 folder (8 35 mm. slides)