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Thomas Jefferson grew 330 vegetable varieties in Monticello’s 1000-foot-long garden terrace which served as both a source of food and an experimental laboratory. This video features Director of Gardens and Grounds Gabriele Rausse and Vegetable Gardener Pat Brodowski.
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I visited Mt. Vernon and Monticello for the first time within weeks of each other Summer 2016 and was much more impressed with Mt. Vernon's gardens. Even though some of Mt. Vernon's gardens were cordoned off, which was extremely vexing to me, I still preferred Mt. Vernon's vast gardens over Monticello's measly show. For Jefferson to be touted as a passionate and experimental gardener, I was very disappointed in the minuscule show of garden"(s)" on the property considering a lifetime of anticipation of visiting Monticello. The garden at my own home is larger and more diverse.
I hope more people go to this magical place to learn about freedom also. I love the garden!!!
coming to visit in a few days! can't wait!
Stunning!
The gardens at Monticello are as erudite as they are beautiful.
On of our favorite places to visit. Jefferson's garden is truly an inspiration 🙂