I didn't see that article, but would certainly like to read it! I believe I was thinking more of an absent minded professor type than a mad scientist, which probably isn't accurate either, but was sort of the impression I was left with (probably because of the twists and turns of his life, and the description of his greenhouse appearing somewhat chaotic). His love of Lilies and passion for what he was doing surely left me with feelings of fondness and such appreciation for his work.
