At last evening’sĀ JASNA-NY’s event,Ā after a wonderful presentation by Linda A. Chisholm, Ph.D., Columbia University who teaches the history of landscape design at the New York Botanical Garden, each guest received a small packet of seeds.
Some of Jane Austen’s favorite flowers include Sweet William, Columbine, and Cottage Pinks. Ā The seeds of these flowers can be found at any local nursery.
Wouldn’t it be nice if — in commemoration of the 200th anniversary of Jane Austen’s deathĀ and as a gesture of love and appreciation for her works, as well as a symbol of rebirth — we all planted some of her favorite flowers?
Just as flowers bring beauty to the world so do the works of Austen. Ā I am grateful for both.
What a lovely idea, Mary!
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Thanks Sarah šø Hope all is well!
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What a lovely idea!
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