The History of English Podcast Episode 137: A Rose By Any Other Name
May 23, 2020
The podcast explores the history of English gardens and the use of the rose as a symbol. It discusses the origins of the name Albion and the significance of gardens during the Plantagenet dynasty. It also delves into gardening practices in the 1400s, the relationship between fruits and the rose family, and the popularity of onions, leeks, and garlic in medieval gardens.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Origins of the Name Albion
02:32 • 20min
The Origins and Associations of the Plantagenet Dynasty
22:39 • 17min
Remembering Days and Grafting Trees: A Look into Gardening and Orchard Practices in the 1400s
39:10 • 3min
The Rose Family and the Origins of Fruit Names
42:01 • 5min
The Popularity of Onions, Leeks, and Garlic in Medieval Gardens
47:19 • 9min
The Origins and Symbolism of the Wars of the Roses
56:43 • 9min