Posts Tagged ‘Henry Nehrling’
Dr. Henry Nehrling
The Land of Flowers It was on this day in 1974 that the Panama City News out of Panama City, Florida published a story about one of Florida’s most outstanding horticulturists: Dr. Henry Nehrling, who was an ornithologist, botanist, and plant breeder. It’s been said that during his lifetime, “Every plant lover in Florida knew…
Read MoreJune 28, 2019 Giant Flowers for Paul Bunyan Day, Harry V. Harlan, Importing Seeds, Henry Nehrling, Cicely Mary Barker, Plant Families by Ross Bayton, Pruning Spring-Flowering Shrubs, and the Effects of Culture
Today is National Paul Bunyan Day. In Minnesota, most folks fondly remember the tales of Paul and Babe – his big blue ox. Speaking of big, Many gardeners have a fondness for giant plants. They are perfect if you have lots of space, or if you just prefer the look of tall or giant plants.…
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