Luther Burbank papers, 1883-1938.

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Luther Burbank papers, 1883-1938.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/19092631

The papers include Burbank's plant sales records from 1883 to 1884, hybridization seed yields in 1891, and an extensive list of foreign seeds with his comments. There are also numerous personal calling cards from world-wide visitors, correspondence from school children, and a small collection of greeting cards and postcards.

0.67 linear ft.

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Burbank family.

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Burbank , Luther, 1849-1926

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Botanist, horticulturist, and naturalist. From the description of Luther Burbank papers, 1830-1989 (bulk 1880-1926). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 70981669 Luther Burbank began his work in horticulture in his birthplace, Lancaster, Massachusetts, where he raised seeds and vegetables for market. He moved to Santa Rosa, California in 1875 in order to pursue his work in a warmer climate. Burbank became world famous for his timesaving methods of plant breeding and grafting, esp...