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Rachel Lambert Mellon

American horticulturalist and philanthropist

Died when: 103 years 220 days (1243 months)
Star Sign: Leo

 

Rachel Lambert Mellon

Rachel Lambert Mellon (August 9, 1910 – March 17, 2014), often known as Bunny Mellon, was an American horticulturalist, gardener, philanthropist, and art collector.

She designed and planted a number of significant gardens, including the White House Rose Garden, and assembled one of the largest collections of rare horticultural books.

Mellon was the second wife of philanthropist and horse breeder Paul Mellon.


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