How to Pronounce Theodosia Burr Shepherd
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Oct 14, 1845 Keosauqua, Iowa, United States Died on 06 Sep 1906 (aged 60)
American horticulturist and business owner
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About Theodosia Burr Shepherd
- Theodosia Burr Shepherd (October 14, 1845, Keosauqua, Iowa – September 6, 1906, Ventura, California) was an American botanist, horticulturist and pioneer in plant breeding.
- Called the “Flower Wizard of California”, and "The Pioneer Seed-grower", Theodosia was the first woman in California and possibly in the United States to hybridize flowers.The Theodosia B.
- Shepherd Company, her seed and bulb business, is considered to be the foundation of California’s seed industry.
- She was compared favorably to Luther Burbank.
- The location of her former garden is listed as number 34 in the City of Ventura Historic Landmarks and Districts.
