Colonial-era garden discovered in Virginia

Archaeologists in Virginia are uncovering an ornamental garden from the 1700s where a wealthy politician and enslaved gardeners grew exotic plants from around the world.

By: The Associated Press

Aug 28 2024
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Colonial-era garden discovered in Virginia — Colonial-era garden discovered

WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) — Archaeologists in Virginia are uncovering one of colonial America’s most lavish displays of opulence: An ornamental garden where a wealthy politician and enslaved gardeners grew exotic plants from around the world. Such plots... [6766 chars]

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