David Fairchild was instrumental in establishing gardens nationwide to screen plants from overseas with potential for improving U.S. diets, gardens, and landscapes. (Keith Weller, K6036-6).
Agricultural explorer David Fairchild was instrumental in introducing the Japanese cherry blossom trees to the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C. (Scott Bauer, K5879-2).
Avocados. (Peggy Greb, D3112-2).
The Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is a popular Miami attraction, and it is where the bulk of David Fairchild’s papers are kept. (Peggy Greb, D3427-1).
The Fairchild Botanic Garden in Miami, Florida. (Peggy Greb, D3427-2).