Charles Downing (July 9, 1802 – January 18, 1885), was an American pomologist, horticulturist, and author.
Biography
Charles Downing was born in Newburgh, New York, on July 9, 1802.
He began helping his father, Samuel Downing, with his nursery business when he was a teen. In 1822, his father died and Downing took over the business, later partnering with his brother, Andrew Jackson Downing, in 1835. The partnership lasted until 1839 when Charles sold his interest to start his own business.
As a nurseryman, Downing was known for his cultivation skill and trustworthiness.
