Your plants : $b Plain and practical directions for the treatment of tender and hardy plants in the house and in the garden
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"Your Plants" by James Sheehan is a practical guide on horticulture written in the late 19th century. The book provides comprehensive instructions for the care and cultivation of a wide variety of plants, both hardy and tender, including flowers, shrubs, and trees, aimed particularly at amateur gardeners. Its straightforward approach seeks to fill a gap in floriculture literature by presenting essential information in a clear format. At the start of the book, Sheehan shares how the idea for writing it emerged from a discussion with an experienced amateur florist during a horticultural meeting. The opening chapters delineate foundational gardening topics such as creating a lawn, understanding soil requirements, and the selection of seeds. In doing so, Sheehan lays out practical steps and advice on various aspects of plant care, from watering and feeding to propagation and seasonal maintenance. The focus is on empowering readers to cultivate their gardens effectively, ensuring both beauty and health in their green spaces. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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