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May 25, 1932
Smyrna Times
Smyrna, Kent County, Delaware
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George Washington, post-Revolutionary War, spent 1783-1785 improving Mount Vernon by planting and collecting trees from afar. 45 trees he planted still grow there today.
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Washington Tree Planter
There is a phase of Washington's career which is not always mentioned in articles concerning him, but which is a very interesting one.
He was an enthusiastic tree planter and collector, and he sent to far-off places for particular varieties of trees that he wished to plant at Mount Vernon. During the years from 1783 to 1785, following the end of the Revolutionary war and preceding his election to the Presidency, Washington spent practically all his time improving the large estate at Mount Vernon, laying out his grounds and making his plantings.
Still growing at Mount Vernon are 45 trees which were planted by Washington during his lifetime.
There is a phase of Washington's career which is not always mentioned in articles concerning him, but which is a very interesting one.
He was an enthusiastic tree planter and collector, and he sent to far-off places for particular varieties of trees that he wished to plant at Mount Vernon. During the years from 1783 to 1785, following the end of the Revolutionary war and preceding his election to the Presidency, Washington spent practically all his time improving the large estate at Mount Vernon, laying out his grounds and making his plantings.
Still growing at Mount Vernon are 45 trees which were planted by Washington during his lifetime.
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Nature
What keywords are associated?
Washington
Tree Planting
Mount Vernon
Estate Improvement
Revolutionary War Aftermath
What entities or persons were involved?
Washington
Where did it happen?
Mount Vernon
Story Details
Key Persons
Washington
Location
Mount Vernon
Event Date
1783 To 1785
Story Details
Washington enthusiastically planted and collected trees at Mount Vernon from 1783-1785, sending for varieties from afar; 45 such trees still grow there.