artistic gardening Archives

Finding Heaven in the Sky – Alfred Sisley’s Garden Wisdom

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. October 30, 1839 Today, we find inspiration in the words of Impressionist painter Alfred Sisley, born on this day in Paris. Though primarily known for his landscapes, Sisley’s artistic philosophy offers profound wisdom…

Camille Corot: The Painter Who Speaks to Gardeners

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. July 16, 1796 On this day, dear garden friend, the world received a gift it scarcely deserved – one Camille Corot, born amidst the bustling streets of Paris, though his heart would forever…

Botticelli’s Botanical Revolution: Unleashing Renaissance Beauty in Your Garden

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. May 17, 1510 On this day, passionate cultivators of beauty, we commemorate the passing of a true horticultural visionary disguised as a painter – the incomparable Sandro Botticelli! As we plunge our hands…