Synonyms:
Burbank, Luther_Burbank
Meaning: United States horticulturist who developed many new varieties of fruits and vegetables and flowers (1849-1926)
Usage examples
In other words, Luther Burbank has shown us that we can "change plant nature."
In its vicinity are the famous gardens of Luther Burbank, the "California wizard," but these fortunately escaped injury.
I drove out from Manila to the home of Mr. Lyon, who is a regular Burbank. He located on some of the worst soil to be found and undertook to demonstrate that anything that will grow on any spot on the earth will grow there and he practically succeeded.