The Wardian CaseThe Wardian Case tells the story of a nineteenth century invention, essentially a tiny greenhouse, that enabled the movement of plants around the world for the first time. This innovation fed new agricultural industries, the commercial nursery trade, botanic and private gardens, introduced invasive species, supported imperialism, and more. Roses, jasmine, fuchsia, chrysanthemums, and rhododendrons bloom in gardens across the globe, yet many of these