PARTNER

OBJECT ID

ddr-densho-329-842

PARENT COLLECTION

Kaneji and Sally (Fujii) Domoto Collection

DESCRIPTION

Four-page pamphlet describing the history of chrysanthemum cultivation in California. Explains that chrysanthemums have a long tradition in Japan, including the popular Kiku Matsuri chrysanthemum festival in October and their use in the Imperial Seal of Japan, but are generally not commercialized. Spans history of commercial cultivation methods in early 20th century America and innovations by Japanese flower growers. Credits Kanetaro Domoto for his contributions to the industry: "A contemporary of Yoshiike, Kanetaro Domoto, was the first to follow him in growing Chrysanthemums under glass. A pioneer among Japanese Nurserymen in America, Domoto contributed greatly toward the success of the Chrysanthemum Growing Industry in California."

CONTRIBUTOR

Densho

PREFERRED CITATION

Courtesy of the Kaneji and Sally (Fujii) Domoto Collection, Densho

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