A-B-C of Gardening by Eben E. Rexford
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"A-B-C of Gardening" by Eben E. Rexford is an instructional gardening guide written in the early 20th century. This practical work offers readers foundational knowledge on various aspects of gardening, from preparing soil and sowing seeds to maintaining a flourishing garden throughout different seasons. The book likely caters to amateur gardeners or those looking to enhance their gardening skills, making it an accessible resource for beginners. The opening portion of the book
provides a comprehensive introduction to the essential steps involved in creating a garden. It emphasizes the importance of soil preparation, including spading, pulverizing, and enriching the soil with fertilizers tailored to the gardener's specific conditions. Rexford advises on the best practices for sowing seeds and the necessity of diligent weeding to promote healthy plant growth. He also provides practical advice on maintaining garden equipment and stresses the importance of patience and thoroughness in gardening to achieve desired results. Overall, this opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of gardening fundamentals that the author promises to unfold in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rexford, Eben E. (Eben Eugene), 1848-1916 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 15005870 |
| Title | A-B-C of Gardening |
| Alternate Title | ABC of Gardening |
| Series Title | Harper's A-B-C series |
| Credits |
Produced by Giovanni Fini and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Gardening |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45946 |
| Release Date | Jun 12, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 343 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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