Arranged chronologically, this 1845 guide is a vast and comprehensive reference for all aspects of flower gardening in America. Author Robert Buist, credited with introducing the poinsettia to the United States, was one of the most famous names in flowers in the 19th century.
Containing Practical Directions for the Culture of Plants in the Flower Garden, Hot-house, Green-house, Rooms, or Parlour Windows, for Every Month of the Year. With a Description of the Plants Most Desirable in Each, the Nature of the Soil, and Situation Best Adapted to Their Growth, the Proper Season for Transplanting, &c. Instructions for Erecting a Hot-house, Green-house, and Laying Out a Flower Garden. The Whole Adapted to Either Large or Small Gardens, With Instructions for the Preparing the Soil, Propagating, Planting, Pruning, Training, and Fruiting the Grape Vine. With Descriptions of the Best Sorts for Cultivating in the Open Air
Paperback.
Arranged chronologically, this 1845 guide is a vast and comprehensive reference for all aspects of flower gardening in America. Author Robert Buist, credited with introducing the poinsettia to the United States, was one of the most famous names in flowers in the 19th century.
Containing Practical Directions for the Culture of Plants in the Flower Garden, Hot-house, Green-house, Rooms, or Parlour Windows, for Every Month of the Year. With a Description of the Plants Most Desirable in Each, the Nature of the Soil, and Situation Best Adapted to Their Growth, the Proper Season for Transplanting, &c. Instructions for Erecting a Hot-house, Green-house, and Laying Out a Flower Garden. The Whole Adapted to Either Large or Small Gardens, With Instructions for the Preparing the Soil, Propagating, Planting, Pruning, Training, and Fruiting the Grape Vine. With Descriptions of the Best Sorts for Cultivating in the Open Air
Paperback.
