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Article: Pass-along plants, passing on values.(Features)(Homefront)
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- The Christian Science Monitor
- Article date:
- August 8, 2001
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Byline: Nellie Neal
Nellie Neal caught up with Felder Rushing, co-author of "Passalong Plants," at his home in Jackson, Miss., and asked him about why increasing numbers of people such as Ralph Sowell (see story) are delving into family history through plants.
Why are people seeking out and growing plants that have been in their families for a long time?
For a combination of reasons that are all related to values. They are a living reminder of a person, or something else historic, like a place. Some are just beautiful and others taste better [or have qualities not available in modern plants]. They're also easy to grow.
What types ...