Hibbert, Thomas–Philadelphia, Pennsylvania–Was the
partner of Robert Buist. Hibbert operated the first noteworthy florist
shop in Philadelphia. He was known for competing with the Landreths
in introducing azaleas. In 1830, Buist and Hibbert bought M’Mahon’s
nursery. In 1832 the two partners published the how-to text, American
Flower Garden Directory. Buist carried on the business after
Hibbert’s death.
Sources: Plants; Woodburn2;
PHS2; PHS1;
GT; Bailey;
Hedrick.