Liberty Hyde Bailey
Liberty Hyde Bailey
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Liberty Hyde Bailey was born on November 15, 1858, in South Haven, Michigan. He is commonly referred to as L.H. Bailey.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: November 15, 1858
Died: April 25, 1954 (at the age of 95)
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Liberty Hyde Bailey was an American horticulturist, botanist, educator, and writer. His work had a significant impact on the development of modern gardening and agriculture.
Early Life and Background
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Bailey was born to John and Lydia Bailey in South Haven, Michigan. He developed a strong interest in nature and learning from an early age, encouraged by his parents who valued education. After completing his elementary education, he attended Olivet College, where he studied botany and horticulture.
Major Accomplishments
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Bailey's contributions to the field of horticulture are numerous:
Founding of Cornell University's School of Horticulture: Bailey was instrumental in establishing the school at Cornell University, which became a hub for horticultural education and research.
Author of influential books: He wrote extensively on horticulture, publishing many books that were widely read and respected, including "The Tender Shoots" and "Hortus".
Development of new plant varieties: Bailey's work in breeding and cultivating new plant varieties led to the creation of numerous popular garden plants.Notable Works or Actions
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Bailey was a prolific writer and published many articles and books on horticulture. Some notable works include:
"The Tender Shoots" (1903) - a comprehensive guide to gardening and horticulture
"Hortus" (1911-1928) - a multi-volume encyclopedia of garden plantsImpact and Legacy
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Liberty Hyde Bailey's impact on the world of horticulture is immeasurable:
Advancements in gardening: His work led to the development of new techniques, tools, and plant varieties that revolutionized modern gardening.
Educational institutions: He played a key role in establishing schools and programs focused on horticultural education, shaping the next generation of gardeners and botanists.Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Bailey's quotes and writings continue to be widely read and referenced today due to their timeless wisdom and practical advice. He is remembered for:
Inspiring a love of nature: Through his writing and teaching, Bailey instilled in countless individuals a deep appreciation for the natural world.
* Pioneering horticulture: His contributions to the field have left a lasting impact on modern gardening and agriculture.
Bailey's legacy extends far beyond his own lifetime. He remains an influential figure in the world of horticulture, inspiring new generations of gardeners and botanists with his insightful writings and pioneering work.
Quotes by Liberty Hyde Bailey
If a person cannot love a plant after he has pruned it, then he has either done a poor job or is devoid of emotion.
I do not yet know why plants come out of the land or float in streams, or creep on rocks or roll from the sea. I am entranced by the mystery of them, and absorbed by their variety and kinds. Everywhere they are visible yet everywhere occult.
The department of home economics was organized to train a woman in efficiency and to develop her outlook to life. Such a department is a necessity as a means of developing a society. It stands for the evolution of women’s work and place.
There are two essential epochs in any enterprise – to begin, and to get done.
One does not begin to make a garden until he wants a garden. To want a garden is to be interested in plants, in the winds and rains, in birds and insects, in the warm-smelling earth.
The man who worries morning and night about the dandelions in the lawn will find great relief in loving the dandelions.
The happiest life has the greatest number of points of contact with the world, and it has the deepest feeling and sympathy with everything that is.
There is great satisfaction in a well-made clean tool that does its work well.
