Houseplant

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That’s where he wants to steer us: to workhorse plants that match our conditions, yes, but in their most exciting incarnations.

• Like your favorite shirt, but in unexpected colors

In 25 years of working in the Longwood conservatory, Mr. Gercens estimates that he has witnessed more than a million display plants move through the galleries, as the team mounts shows like “Winter Wonder.”

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Scholarship applications can be picked up at the high school guidance office or the East Longmeadow Public Library or download it from eastlongmeadowgard.wixsite.com/ gardens. Send completed application and transcript to East Longmeadow Garden Club Scholarship Committee, c/o Diane A. Tiago, 38 Rogers Road, East Longmeadow, MA 01028.

SPRINGFIELD Garden Club scholarship

The Springfield Garden Club is accepting applications for their annual $2,000 scholarship awarded to a graduating high school senior, undergraduate or graduate college student majoring in a full-time plant science or environmental studies