Founding Gardeners: The Revolutionary Generation, Nature, and the Shaping of the American Nation, (Paperback)

from 2wonderY

It gives me a completely new and appreciative perspective on George Washington. I knew he had encouraged domestic products as opposed to imports for home use, but I hadn't realized that his philosophy extended to plants, as well. And he was so clearly a farmer at heart, longing to be back at home...

from joshua.a.meyer

As evidenced in Wulf's previous book (Brother Gardeners) the author is highly skilled at marrying the topics of early American history and botany in such a manner that history buffs who previously had no taste for gardening are inspired through her carefully researched accounts. An overarching th...

from jill

Very interesting book. Finally got around to reading and enjoying it very much. If you love gardening and history you will enjoy this book. Highly recommend.

from ValerieAndBooks

Several of our founding fathers were very interested in agriculture, gardening, and botany. Author Wulf focuses on Washington, Adams, Jefferson and Madison and their gardens and properties. Although during the colonial era many people did grow their own food out of necessity, these founding fathe...

from jill

Very interesting book. Finally got around to reading and enjoying it very much. If you love gardening and history you will enjoy this book. Highly recommend.