Description: (Scottish Landscape Gardener and Architect Who Was the First to Use the Term 'Arboretum' in Writing)
John Claudius Loudon was a prominent Scottish botanist, garden designer, and author credited with popularizing the term "arboretum" to describe a garden dedicated to the scientific study of plants, particularly trees. His substantial contributions to horticulture and landscape design significantly influenced the field during his era. Loudon emphasized the significance of botanical expertise and systematic plant studies in garden planning, leaving a lasting legacy in the industry.