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Kew Magazine
Contents SPRING 06
FEATURES
PROFILE: A flair for genes
From greengrocer to keeper of the Jodrell Laboratory, Mike Bennett tells
Kirsty Fergusson about his fascinating career
HERITAGE: Kew Palace reborn
With Kew Palace opening to the public this April, Lee Prosser explains
the amazing process of restoration and refurbishment
PLANT PROFILE: Tiptoe through the tulips
Richard Wilford takes a stroll among the many charming species tulips
that will grow in UK gardens
EXPEDITION: Just deserts?
A surprising range of plants survive the harsh conditions of the Sahara,
as Martin Xanthos discovers
ART IN THE GARDENS: A brush with Kew
Painters contributing to the new Artists’ Kew
exhibition explain how the Gardens inspire them
ALL IN A DAY'S WORK: Raising plants with altitude
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version)
Kirsty Fergusson meets the meticulous staff who tend the plants in
the Alpine Nursery
PLANT HUNTING: On the scent of Rafflesia
Kew’s director, Sir Peter Crane, tracks down this rare parasitic
plant in flower on a trip to Borneo
KEW'S GARDENS: Spring fever
Visit the Azalea Garden in April and May for a double dose of splendour,
says Richard Wilford
HERBIVORE: An irresistible force
Hattie Ellis delves into the curious history of rhubarb.
REGULARS
IN THIS ISSUE
The editor’s letter
KEW NEWS
Belinda Parry reports on what’s happening at Kew and Wakehurst
DIRECTION
Sir Peter Crane looks at the many exciting projects under way at Kew
CUTTINGS
A round-up of science news
KEW TIPS
Expert advice on growing alpines
AXIS
Sara Oldfield argues for a more joined-up approach to conservation
TREASURES OF KEW
Sue Seddon connects an old campaign chair and the Endeavour’s epic
voyage
YOUNG KEW
Discover Kew’s dinosaur plants
EVENTS DIARY
What’s on at Kew and Wakehurst
KEW VIEW
From behind the TV camera