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14: Domesticating Foxes, The Oldest Potted Plant, and Crosswords

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The Evolution of Potted Plants Through History

This chapter explores the history of potted plants, from ancient civilizations to the modern resurgence in popularity. It discusses the decline of potting plants during the Middle Ages, the regency period's love for greenhouses, and the 'potted plant renaissance' during the Georgian era. The conversation also touches on the Victorian era's interest in importing plants and the recent resurgence of house plants, especially among millennials.

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