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Vertical Garden

Vertical Garden

| July 22, 2010 | 0 Comments

text and photos by Dr. Al Thompson What might one do with a garden wall constructed of block painted white, other than wonder what one might do with such a wall so common in Antigua? Frequently, your 10-foot wall has been challenged by new construction behind it, which may exceed yours by another eight or [...]

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Oliver Thornwhistle on—Could Weeds Turn Guatemala Green?

Oliver Thornwhistle on—Could Weeds Turn Guatemala Green?

| July 1, 2010 | 0 Comments

Could two common weeds hold the keys to Guatemala’s independence from petroleum imports? Chances are you’ve seen them, just not recognized them as you drive about Guatemala, especially since one flourishes in the coastal lowlands and the other is widespread in the highlands.

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