Publisher's Synopsis
This fascinating history of the Worshipful Company of Gardeners provides a rare glimpse into the world of London's horticultural elite. From its early days as a guild of medieval herb growers to its present-day role as a charitable organization supporting gardens and gardening education, the Company has played a significant role in the city's history. Drawing on a wealth of archival material, author Charles Welch brings to life the people and events that have made this organization such a vital part of London's cultural heritage.
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