Garden Flora : The Natural and Cultural History of the Plants in Your Garden by Noel Kingsbury read ebook EPUB, FB2
9781604695656 English 160469565X "Garden Flora" is a rich surveyof 133 of the most commonly grown garden plants. Organized alphabetically by common name, it explains the ecological niche that the plant inhabits in the wild and the relationship between the garden plant and its wild relatives. It also provides a breeding history that throws light on the genetic background of the plant we have today, the folklore behind a plant and its wider uses beyond its value as a garden plant, and how historical events left their mark on the plants. Fully illustrated with botanical art, vintage seed packets and catalogs, and new and historic photography, it is a gorgeous and timely reference for every gardener's library.", "The Natural History of Garden Flora" is a lushly packaged plant guide that explores the unique history of 133 of the most commonly grown garden plants. Organized alphabetically by common name, it explains the ecological niche that the plant inhabits in the wild and the relationship between the garden plant and its wild relatives. It also provides a breeding history that throws light on the genetic background of the plant we have today, the folklore behind a plant and its wider uses beyond its value as a garden plant, and how historical events left their mark on the plants. Fully illustrated with botanical art, vintage seed packets and catalogs, and new and historic photography, it is a gorgeous and timely reference for every gardener's library., The intriguing stories about our favorite plants The oldest rose fossil was found in Colorado and dates to 35 million years ago. Marigolds, infamous for their ability to self-seed, are named for an Etruscan god who sprang from a ploughed field. And daffodils an icon of spring were introduced to Britain by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. Every garden plant has an origination story, and "Garden Flora," by noted garden designer Noel Kingsbury, shares them in a beautifully compelling way. This lushly illustrated survey of 133 of the most commonly grown plants explains where each plant came from and the journey it took into home gardens. Kingsbury tells intriguing tales of the most important plant hunters, breeders, and gardeners throughout history, and explores the unexpected ways plants have been used. Richly illustrated with an eclectic mix of new and historical photos, botanical art, and vintage seed packets and catalogs, "Garden Flora" is a must-have reference for every gardener and plant lover. ", The intriguing stories about our favorite plants! The oldest rose fossil was found in Colorado and dates to 35 million years ago. Marigolds, infamous for their ability to self-seed, are named for an Etruscan god who sprang from a ploughed field. And daffodils--an icon of spring--were introduced to Britain by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. Every garden plant has an origination story, and Garden Flora , by noted garden designer Noel Kingsbury, shares them in a beautifully compelling way. This lushly illustrated survey of 133 of the most commonly grown plants explains where each plant came from and the journey it took into home gardens. Kingsbury tells intriguing tales of the most important plant hunters, breeders, and gardeners throughout history, and explores the unexpected ways plants have been used. Richly illustrated with an eclectic mix of new and historical photos, botanical art, and vintage seed packets and catalogs, Garden Flora is a must-have reference for every gardener and plant lover.
9781604695656 English 160469565X "Garden Flora" is a rich surveyof 133 of the most commonly grown garden plants. Organized alphabetically by common name, it explains the ecological niche that the plant inhabits in the wild and the relationship between the garden plant and its wild relatives. It also provides a breeding history that throws light on the genetic background of the plant we have today, the folklore behind a plant and its wider uses beyond its value as a garden plant, and how historical events left their mark on the plants. Fully illustrated with botanical art, vintage seed packets and catalogs, and new and historic photography, it is a gorgeous and timely reference for every gardener's library.", "The Natural History of Garden Flora" is a lushly packaged plant guide that explores the unique history of 133 of the most commonly grown garden plants. Organized alphabetically by common name, it explains the ecological niche that the plant inhabits in the wild and the relationship between the garden plant and its wild relatives. It also provides a breeding history that throws light on the genetic background of the plant we have today, the folklore behind a plant and its wider uses beyond its value as a garden plant, and how historical events left their mark on the plants. Fully illustrated with botanical art, vintage seed packets and catalogs, and new and historic photography, it is a gorgeous and timely reference for every gardener's library., The intriguing stories about our favorite plants The oldest rose fossil was found in Colorado and dates to 35 million years ago. Marigolds, infamous for their ability to self-seed, are named for an Etruscan god who sprang from a ploughed field. And daffodils an icon of spring were introduced to Britain by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. Every garden plant has an origination story, and "Garden Flora," by noted garden designer Noel Kingsbury, shares them in a beautifully compelling way. This lushly illustrated survey of 133 of the most commonly grown plants explains where each plant came from and the journey it took into home gardens. Kingsbury tells intriguing tales of the most important plant hunters, breeders, and gardeners throughout history, and explores the unexpected ways plants have been used. Richly illustrated with an eclectic mix of new and historical photos, botanical art, and vintage seed packets and catalogs, "Garden Flora" is a must-have reference for every gardener and plant lover. ", The intriguing stories about our favorite plants! The oldest rose fossil was found in Colorado and dates to 35 million years ago. Marigolds, infamous for their ability to self-seed, are named for an Etruscan god who sprang from a ploughed field. And daffodils--an icon of spring--were introduced to Britain by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. Every garden plant has an origination story, and Garden Flora , by noted garden designer Noel Kingsbury, shares them in a beautifully compelling way. This lushly illustrated survey of 133 of the most commonly grown plants explains where each plant came from and the journey it took into home gardens. Kingsbury tells intriguing tales of the most important plant hunters, breeders, and gardeners throughout history, and explores the unexpected ways plants have been used. Richly illustrated with an eclectic mix of new and historical photos, botanical art, and vintage seed packets and catalogs, Garden Flora is a must-have reference for every gardener and plant lover.