Sequoia National Park: Guardians of Ancient Arboreal Legacy

Sequoia National Park

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. September 25, 2024 On this day, in the year of our Lord 1890, a momentous occasion unfolded in the annals of horticultural history. The Sequoia National Park, a verdant sanctuary for those arboreal…

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A City Cloaked in Leaves: Rochester’s Verdant Vision

Frederick Law Olmsted's Plan for Highland Park

This botanical history post was featured on The Daily Gardener podcast: Click here to see the complete show notes for this episode. May 7, 1888 On this day, dear garden enthusiasts, a momentous occasion unfolded in the fair city of Rochester, New York. The Rochester Parks Commission, a group of visionaries with an eye for…

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