The lessons (and mysteries) of the Franklinia

Every plant in the Cherokee garden has many lessons to teach but the Franklinia tree is one of the most thought provoking. I planted it as much for its place in Americas plant history as for it's beauty. Why is this tree extinct in the wild? What does it mean that thanks to John Bartram we still have it? This link says it best.


America's 'First' Rare Plant: The Franklin Tree, by Lucy M. Rowland : Articles : Terrain.org
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