Posts Tagged ‘Saint Adelard’

The Patron Saint of Gardeners 827  Today is the anniversary of the death of x (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…

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…