Bing Crosby Hybrid Tea Rose
Who were they named after?
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Forgive my ignorance but. Where is this thread leading?
How do plants get named for people?
Judy Garland Rose was after the actress Judy Garland.
Sir Alexander Fleming Peony
Sir Alexander Fleming was a Scottish physician and microbiologist.
Sir Alexander Fleming was a Scottish physician and microbiologist.
Winston Churchill Sweet Pea is named after Winston Churchill of Great Britain.
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During those periods. Personal hygene was hardly heard of. Hair styles amounted to wigs.
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Thank you Louis for your research. Of course today many plants are named after TV & film personalities. Of course most of the botanical names include the finder etc, such as Banksia etc.
I think that taking an interest in such research really does add to one acceptance and understanding of horticulture.
I think that taking an interest in such research really does add to one acceptance and understanding of horticulture.
Alfred Sisley Shrub Rose is named after the impressionist painter Alfred Sisley.
The Julia Child Rose is named after Julia Child the chef.
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Is thàt because of butter?
That is correct. Julia got to choose the color.
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It's the simple things....
Dick Clark Grandiflora Rose
Henry Fonda Tea Rose was named after Henry Ford.