Spring 2006 - Tyson Building
A New Look for Tyson Building
Alumni returning to campus this fall will discover
a noticeable difference in the appearance of Tyson Building. After years of discussion and a pledge of monetary support by the Horticulture Club, phase I of the Tyson landscape project has become a reality. A master plan was designed by Angela (Lloyd) Barr (LSCPE ’04), and revised by Joe Stitt (LSCPE ’05), Matt Madia (LSCPE ’05), and Annabelle Tunderman (LSCPE’05). Final plans were developed by Derek Kalp of the Office of Physical Plant. Students in Hort 464, Landscape Construction I, and Hort 368, Planting Design provided the brains and the brawn for completing the work.
The project included creation of a paved terrace in front of the main entrance complete with four new benches, construction of a fence to screen the utility boxes on the south end of the site, installation of an underground watering system, and with OPP’s help, replacement of some of the stone treads on the stairs and upper landing. The planting included an attractive collection of trees, shrubs, groundcovers, and perennials selected to provide species for use in the plant materials courses taught by Drs. Heuser and Berghage.
This project was truly a cooperative effort, with donations of plant material provided by Foxborough Nursery, Inc., The Brickman Group, Eichenlaub, Inc., Anewalt’s Landscaping, W. D. Wells & Associates, Inc., Manor View Farms, and Klyn Nurseries. In addition, benches and brick pavers were donated by Landscape Forms, Inc., and Whitacre Greer, respectively.
The project has gained the attention of all who walk or drive past our building, including many faculty and staff who want us to make their buildings look as attractive as Tyson. Our plans are to tackle the northern end of Tyson Building in Spring 07, and the parking lot and southeast corner the following spring.
Stop by to see us whenever you can. We’re in the building with the beautiful landscaping!
