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Quote by Graham Stuart Thomas

“A garden is mainly ...a space around which interests can be accumulated.”

Quote by Graham Stuart Thomas

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Graham Stuart Thomas

Graham Stuart Thomas was a British botanist and garden designer, recognized for his significant contributions to horticulture. Born on April 13, 1909, and passing away on April 17, 2003, Thomas's career spanned over five decades, during which he designed gardens and conducted botanical research, leaving a lasting impact on the field. more

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