Santa Rosa, CA…Luther Burbank March 7, 1849 – April 11, 1926 The botanist, horticulturist and pioneer in agricultural science developed more than 800 strains and varieties of plants over his 55-year career.

“It is well for people who think to change their minds occasionally in order to keep them clean. For those who do not think, it is best at least to rearrange their prejudices once in a while.”

“I see humanity now as one vast plant, needing for its highest fulfillment only love, the natural blessings of the great outdoors, and intelligent crossing and selection.”

“Less than fifteen per cent of the people do any original thinking on any subject. The greatest torture in the world for most people is to think.”

“If you violate Nature’s laws you are your own prosecuting attorney, judge, jury, and hangman.”

“Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul.”

“The secret of improved plant breeding, apart from scientific knowledge, is love.”