Medieval Morsels: A Gardener’s Guide to Chaucer-Era Edibles

Chaucer's People by Liza Picard

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. October 5, 2017 On this day, dear garden enthusiasts and history aficionados, a most intriguing tome graced the shelves of our literary world. Liza Picard’s Chaucer’s People: Everyday Lives in Medieval England burst forth…

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Saint Adelard of Corbie: The Patron Saint of Gardeners

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Patron Saint of Gardeners Today is the anniversary of the death of Saint Adelard (pronounced Alard) of Corbie – a patron saint of gardeners – who died on this day in 827. Adelard was related to Charlemagne; they were first cousins. In addition to serving as the Abbott of the Abbey, Adelard was also the…

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