Gardening: plants and cultivation guides Books

This classic book is a detailed guide to pruning fruit trees, with information on how, why, and when to prune. Written with the novice grower in mind, this easy-to-digest and profusely illustrated guide would make for a fantastic addition to collections...

This antiquarian book comprises a concise and accessible guide to growing strawberries, with information on planting, manuring, pests, and more. This book will be of considerable utility to novice fruit growers with an interest in growing strawberries,...

This book is a classic article on packing fruits, with directions for using packages, crates, and barrels. With simple instructions and a wealth of useful tips, this timeless guide will be of utility to those occupied in the production of fruit, and...

Contents Include: Annuals; Biennials, Perennials; Bulbs, Corms, Rhizomes, Tubers; Easily Grown and Popular Annuals, Biennials and perennials; Flowers for Shade and Poor Soil; Narcissi, Tulips, Hyacinths, Gladioli, Lilies, Irises, Peonies; Vines; Roses;...

This vintage book is a complete guide to growing apples, with information on growing at home, growing in orchards, pests and diseases, harvesting, marketing, and many other related aspects. Profusely illustrated and full of useful tips, this volume will...

This vintage volume contains a complete guide to growing melons under glass, with information on construction, draw-backs and benefits, diseases and pests, planting, harvesting, and all other related aspects. Easy-to-digest and profusely illustrated,...

All aspects of root pruning fruit trees are covered in this informative article written by an expert on the subject. Thoroughly recommended reading for the budding home gardener. Illustrated with black and white drawings and diagrams forming a complete...

This rare text comprises a comprehensive guide pertaining to fruit-picking, covering such topics as Ripening, Stems, Baskets, and Tools and Machines. Although dated, a vast amount the information contained herein is timeless, still proving extremely...

This vintage book is a comprehensive guide to designing and building an apple orchard, with information on tools and equipment, planting, maintaining, common problems, and many other related aspects. Written in simple, plain language and full of...

This vintage volume contains a detailed guide to different types of fruit trees, with a special focus on dwarf pyramids and cordons. Easy-to-digest and packed full of handy tips and simple instructions, this volume is highly recommended for those with a...

This vintage book contains a detailed article on establishing an orchard, and includes notes on ploughing, planning, and planting. Written in clear, simple language and profusely illustrated, this step-by-step guide is ideal for those with little...

This vintage book is a detailed article on maintaining and rejuvenating old and neglected fruit trees. Written in plain language and profusely illustrated, this article will be of considerable utility to farmers and orchard owners, and would make for a...

This book is a detailed article on growing fruit, with a special focus on pruning and training fruit trees. Highly accessible and profusely illustrated, this volume will be of utility to those with a practical interest in fruit production, and would make...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive article on the plum, with information on cultivation, soils, tree forms, planting, pruning, diseases, pests, and varieties. This concise yet detailed article contains a wealth of information on growing plums,...

This volume contains a classic article on the various different varieties of, with information on their natural history, benefits, drawbacks, and other related aspects. With a wealth of interesting information and useful tips for producers, this book...

This article contains a wealth of geographical, historical and botanical information about the rose family fruits in the tropics. Contents Include: Kiki or Japanese Persimmon - Cultivation, Propagation, Yield and Picking, Pests and Diseases, Varieties;...

This volume contains an vintage article on the lychee, with information on growing, harvesting, problems, and other related species and varieties. Illustrated and containing a complete description of the lychee, this volume will appeal to those with an...

This book is a vintage article on the loquat, a species of plant belonging to the family Rosacaea and native to south-central China. It contains a wealth of information on its natural history, uses, properties, and other related aspects, and would make...

This volume contains an article on the construction of cold frames for early vegetable and flowering plants. Written in clear, concise language and including simple instructions and invaluable information on the construction of cold frames, this text...

This book is a vintage article on growing raspberries, including information on soils, planting, pruning, harvesting, and many other related aspects. Complete with helpful illustrations and simple instructions, this volume is highly recommended for...

This vintage book is a complete guide to pruning fruit trees, with information on when and when not to prune, how to prune, common problems, tools and equipment, and many other related aspects. Written by an expert and profusely illustrated, this volume...

This vintage text contains a detailed and easy-to-digest guide to growing grapes, with a special focus on growing in Minnesota. Complete with handy tips, invaluable information, and a plethora of detailed illustrations, this guide is perfect for the...

This vintage text contains a detailed article on growing fruit, with a particular focus on growing damsons and plums. Profusely illustrated and full of invaluable tips and simple instructions, this text constitutes a must-have for anyone with an interest...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to spraying fruit as a method of pest control, with information on machinery, ingredients, preparation methods, and more. Profusely illustrated and written in plain language, this book is highly recommended for...

This book is a classic article on growing nut trees, with information on planning, planting, harvesting, maintenance, pests, and many other related aspects. Written in simple, plain language and full of useful information, this guide constitutes a...

This antiquarian volume comprises a detailed article on filberts and other hazelnuts. Including comments on their uses, natural history, marketability, and much more besides, this text contains a wealth of information that will be of much value to those...

This antiquarian book contains a concise yet detailed article on the common ailments and pests of the garden, with information on the damage they can cause, how to control them, and how to prevent them in a natural and organic way. Full of interesting...

This book is a classic article on the propagation of the date palm, with a particular focus on doing so through the use of offshoots. Written in plain language and full of useful information and invaluable tips, this volume will be of utility to anyone...

This book is a vintage article on the subject of growing melons, with a special focus on the management of melons at different stages of growth. Full of invaluable tips and simple instructions, this article will be of considerable utility to anyone...

“The Practice of Horticulture” is a vintage book on gardening and related subjects, including different types of garden, planning, soil, equipment, planting, and much more. This detailed handbook contains everything a gardener needs to know, making it a...

This is a classic guide to propagating and caring for plants, specially designed for the novice or home gardener. With clear instructions and helpful diagrams, this book walks the budding gardener through every step of propagating and maintaining a wide...

This volume contains a simple guide to kitchen gardening, showing how to prepare and lay out the ground, and explaining the best means of cultivating a vast array of vegetables and herbs. Complete with clear and concise instruction, and profusely...

Originally published in 1936, by the celebrated writer Eleanour Sinclair Rohde, this book treats the subject of herbs, 'chiefly with a view to the making of a herb garden and the use of herbs for decorative effect in th flower garden'. This book covers...

Originally published in the 1930s, this book is a detailed guide to the cultivation and use of herbs, for both medicinal and culinary purposes. Full of useful information and instruction, this book is still of great practical use to today's reader. Many...

Originally published in 1926, this book is a detailed look at art and practice of raising and cultivating Sweet Peas. The book contains an exhaustive examination of every aspect of Sweet pea cultur, and is still of great practical use to today's gardener...

Originally published in 1936, this book is a detailed introduction to the cultivation of the mushroom. Full of practical information and instructions on growing and harvesting mushrooms, this book is still of great practical use to today's grower or...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning...

A detailed and expertly researched guide to apple orchards in Orleans County; a must-have resource for anyone looking to start an orchard or learn more about apple cultivation in this region.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

This comprehensive guide to onion growing includes volumes 17-41 and covers all aspects of cultivation, from seed selection to harvesting. With detailed information on soil preparation, pest control, and irrigation, this is an invaluable resource for...

This detailed survey of apple orchards in Mills County provides valuable insights into the horticultural practices required to produce high-quality fruit. Featuring data on orchard size, soil type, and weather conditions, as well as guidance on...

A detailed guide for farmers and home gardeners on the cultivation and harvesting of onions, including tips on soil preparation, planting, watering, and pest control.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of...

A helpful guide for home orchard owners looking to protect their fruit trees from frost damage through various heating methods and technologies.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

This stunningly illustrated guide to trees and shrubs offers a comprehensive look at some of the most beautiful and unusual plants in the world. With detailed descriptions and a wealth of botanical information, it is an essential reference for...

This book provides a detailed guide to the cultivation of chestnuts for fruit production, with particular attention paid to the horticultural practices required to ensure healthy growth and high yields. Written by a leading authority on chestnut...

This seminal work on New York's grape-growing industry provides a detailed analysis of the various districts where grapes are grown, the types of grapes grown, and their characteristics. Written by a leading authority on grape cultivation, this book is...

Published during World War I, this guidebook encouraged Americans to grow their own vegetables as a way to support the war effort and conserve resources. The author provides practical tips on gardening techniques, soil management, and pest control. His...

Ein umfassendes Handbuch zum Anbau von Obst in Containern und Innengebieten. Ideal für Stadtbewohner und solche, die keinen Garten haben, bietet dieses Buch wertvolle Tipps und Tricks für den erfolgreichen Anbau von Obst in Behältern und in Innenräumen...