The Founding Farmer: James Madison’s Post-Presidential Passion

James Madison

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. October 7, 1817 On this day, James Madison, America’s fourth President, was elected to serve as the President of his local Agricultural Society. James had just retired from his presidential duties and quickly…

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Thomas Jefferson’s useful plants and pickle comforts

Thomas Jefferson

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. April 13, 1743 Dearest reader, On this day, Thomas Jefferson was born — a man whose many hats included statesman, Founding Father, and, notably, a passionate gardener whose love for plants shaped more…

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