A Count’s Legacy: The Botanical Adventures of Hippolyte François Jaubert

Hippolyte François Jaubert (1860)

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. October 28, 1798 Today we celebrate Count Hippolyte François Jaubert [ee-po-LEET frahn-SWAH zho-BEAR], a fascinating figure who bridged the worlds of politics and botany in 19th century France. Though his heart yearned for…

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Sophie Banks: The Quiet Force Behind Britain’s Greatest Botanist

Sarah Sophia Banks

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. October 28, 1744 On this day in history, we celebrate Sarah Sophia “Sophie” Banks [BANKS], born today.  Sophie, as her family and friends referred to her, reminds us that behind every great gardener…

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