The ancient Maya city of Tikal relied on urban reservoirs to supply water during periods of drought. They essentially built "constructed wetlands" that relied upon key minerals and aquatic plants ...

That small beginning led to a degree in horticulture, to owning a business selling water lilies, to caring for the lilies at City Park. “Almost every morning five days a week, I’ll come out ...

and high-cut shoes of reddish leather.” After lunch, the genial fop hastened his guest to the pond because “the water lilies close before five.” Vauxcelles was drowsy with delight. “ ...