Posts Tagged ‘Dublin’
Celestial Harmony: The Foundation Stone Garden
This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: On April 24, 1916, a small garden known as Foundation Stone was installed at Farm Leigh House in Phoenix Park. With a commemorative speech by the esteemed Patrick Pearse, this unique garden was brought to life, a reflection of the solar system as it stood…
Read MoreCelebrating Irish Gardener William Robinson: Originator of the Herbaceous Border, Advocate for the Wild Garden – but not a Fan of Greenhouses
“One cold night, the fires for keeping the greenhouses warm failed. Whatever the particulars, whether he argued with his boss, forgot to tend the fire, or acted in revenge, the result was that the tender plants in the greenhouse died.” July 15, 1838 On this day, we celebrate the birthday of William Robinson, the originator…
Read MoreCelebrating William Robinson – Originator of the Herbaceous Border and Advocate for the Wild Garden – But Not a Fan of Greenhouses
“One cold night, the fires for keeping the greenhouses warm failed. Whatever the particulars, whether he argued with his boss, forgot to tend the fire, or acted in revenge, the result was that the tender plants in the greenhouse died.” July 15, 1838 On this day, we celebrate the birthday of William Robinson, the originator…
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