September 20, 2021 Sydney’s Spring Walk, Lorenz Scholz von Rosenau, Mary Sophie Young, Stevie Smith, Patricia Rezai, To Speak for the Trees by Diana Beresford-Kroeger, and Edgar Albert Guest
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1552 Birth of Lorenz Scholz von Rosenau, a German botanist, polyglot, and physician known for creating masterful botanical and medical references. He cultivated a large garden divided into four quadrants, complete with a dining hall and an art gallery. He was an early pioneer of potato cultivation in Europe during a time when nightshade plants were feared.
1872 Birth of Mary Sophie Young, a pioneering American botanist and explorer who managed the Texas herbarium. Her journals reflect a deep connection to nature, noting the "uncanny feeling" of consciousness among plants and insects during her botanical expeditions.
1902 Birth of Stevie Smith, an English poet and novelist famous for her unique perspective on flowers, emphasizing their strength and beauty, such as in her lines on lilacs.
Unearthed Words
In "Submerged in a Garden of Lust," Patricia Rezai beautifully reflects on the transitions of the months from July through October, capturing the essence of endings, new beginnings, and the cyclical nature of life and seasons. Discover more.
Grow That Garden Library
To Speak for the Trees by Diana Beresford-Kroeger illuminates the ancient wisdom of forests and their critical role in combating climate change. This 304-page book interweaves the author's Celtic heritage with scientific insights into the ecology of tree communities.
Buy a copy on Amazon: To Speak for the Trees by Diana Beresford-Kroeger.
Today's Botanic Spark
1881 Celebrating the legacy of Edgar Albert Guest, an American poet known for his heartfelt works that often emphasize resilience and the natural cycles of gardens and life itself.
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