Historic Gardens of Virginia (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025514505)

"Historic Gardens of Virginia" is an exhaustive and beautifully compiled exploration of the legendary estates and botanical treasures of the Old Dominion. Edited by Edith Tunis Sale, this seminal work documents the artistry and history of Virginia's most celebrated landscapes, from the grand colonial plantations to the refined town gardens of the early twentieth century.

The book provides detailed accounts of the planning, plant selections, and architectural features that define Virginia's unique garden heritage. Readers will find descriptions of iconic sites such as Mount Vernon and Monticello, alongside lesser-known but equally significant private estates. Each entry delves into the historical context of the grounds, tracing their evolution through generations of family ownership and the shifting styles of American landscape design.

As a record of horticultural achievement, "Historic Gardens of Virginia" serves as both a scholarly resource for historians and a source of inspiration for modern gardeners. It captures a period when gardening was considered a vital expression of culture and hospitality, preserving the stories of the soil and the people who tended it. This work remains a cornerstone for anyone interested in the intersection of Southern history, architecture, and the natural beauty of the American South.

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