During the Middle Ages, the cultivation of medicinal and culinary herbs played a pivotal role in the lives of monks and the communities they served. Monastic gardens were not only places of solace and tranquility but also centers for healing and nourishment. As the primary healthcare providers of their time, monks were responsible for growing and preserving a wide variety…
During the Middle Ages, monasteries played a crucial role in preserving and advancing horticultural knowledge. While Europe was experiencing a period of upheaval and decline in the fields of science and art, monasteries stood as bastions of learning, providing a sanctuary for the development and conservation of horticultural practices.1 2 3 4 Monks were responsible for maintaining monastery gardens, which…
