Robert Hogg

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Robert Hogg

1818–1897

A leading 19th-century expert on fruit and gardens, he helped turn practical horticulture into lively, accessible reading. His books and magazine work made him an important guide for gardeners, growers, and anyone curious about the plants of Britain.

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British Pomology Or, the History, Description, Classification, and Synonymes, of the Fruits and Fruit Trees of Great Britain

British Pomology Or, the History, Description, Classification, and Synonymes, of the Fruits and Fruit Trees of Great Britain

by Robert Hogg

About the author

Born in Scotland on April 20, 1818, Robert Hogg became a well-known nurseryman, pomologist, and botanist. He trained in horticulture in Britain and on the continent, and later built a career that combined hands-on growing with clear, useful writing for a wider public.

He is especially remembered for works such as British Pomology and The Fruit Manual, which helped describe, classify, and popularize fruit varieties in Great Britain. He also spent many years editing and contributing to horticultural periodicals, including The Florist and Pomologist and the Journal of Horticulture, giving him a lasting influence on Victorian gardening culture.

Hogg died in 1897, but his work still stands out for its practical knowledge and enthusiasm for cultivated plants. For readers interested in the history of gardening, orchards, or botanical writing, he remains a rewarding figure to discover.