The Book of Old-Fashioned Flowers

Download or read book The Book of Old-Fashioned Flowers written by Harry Roberts and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-06-03 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This little handbook by Harry Roberts proves helpful to anyone relatively new to gardening. The work teaches basic principles a person must follow to grow flowering plants with success. The author has used a series of handbooks on this topic to develop this single volume, with the primary focus being on the practical application. Contents include: Scope and Limitations Old-Fashioned Flowers A Garden by the Sea Cottage Gardens The Garden in Winter The Garden in Spring The Garden in June How to grow Roses The Garden in July Night in the Garden The Garden in August The Garden in Autumn Shelter and Shade Soils and their Preparation Manures Seed-Sowing and Transplanting Layers and Cuttings Weeds Insect and Other Pests Points