Flora Domestica, Or The Portable Flower Garden: With Directions For The Treatment Of Plants In Pots (1831) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164442929)

Flora Domestica, Or The Portable Flower Garden: With Directions For The Treatment Of Plants In Pots is a book written by Elizabeth Kent and originally published in 1831. The book is a comprehensive guide to growing and caring for plants in containers, providing detailed instructions on everything from selecting the right potting soil to pruning and fertilizing your plants. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of container gardening. The first section provides an overview of the different types of containers available, as well as advice on selecting the right container for your plants. The second section covers soil preparation, including tips on selecting the right potting soil and fertilizers. The third section of the book is devoted to specific plant types, with detailed instructions on how to care for everything from delicate flowers to hardy shrubs. The fourth section covers the basics of plant propagation, including how to take cuttings and propagate plants from seeds. The final section of the book includes a glossary of botanical terms and a list of common plant diseases and pests, along with advice on how to prevent and treat them.Overall, Flora Domestica is a valuable resource for anyone interested in container gardening. Its clear and concise instructions make it easy for even novice gardeners to grow beautiful and healthy plants in pots, making it a must-have for anyone looking to add a touch of green to their home or patio.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Elizabeth Kent, Leigh Hunt
ISBN-10: 1164442929
ISBN-13: 9781164442929
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 506
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.25d