Anne Scott-James

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“Florists' flowers, especially {{w|Primula auricula|auricula}}s and tulips, were already popular in the {{w|17th century|seventeenth century}}, and a book on the subject, The Florist's Vade Mecum, by the Rev. {{w|Samuel Gilbert}}, son-in-law of the great gardener and gardening writer, {{w|John Rea (horticulturalist)|John Rea}}, was published on 1683.”

“The Great Parterre at {{w|Blenheim Palace|Blenheim}}, planted by {{w|Henry Wise (gardener)|Henry Wise}}, was abolished by {{w|Lancelot Brown}}, a priceless piece of history lost.”

“Wherever she went, Vita collected seeds and roots and {{w|Cutting (plant)|cutting}}s, and always travelled with a {{w|Toiletry bag|spongebag}} and a few potatoes into which she would put cuttings to keep them moist and fresh.”