Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Horticulture" to "Hudson Bay" by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Horticulture" to "Hudson Bay" Volume 13, Slice 7 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Produced by Marius Masi, Don Kretz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Horticulture' to 'Hudson Bay'" by Various is a comprehensive reference work written in the early 20th century. This encyclopedic volume covers topics related to horticulture, detailing both the scientific principles and practical applications of gardening, as well as entries on other subjects reflected in the extensive alphabetical list of articles provided. The opening of this extensive work presents the section on horticulture, defining it as the art and science of cultivating garden plants for both utilitarian and decorative purposes. It introduces a systematic approach to the understanding of plant physiology and elaborates on the importance of various gardening practices, including soil preparation, watering techniques, and plant propagation methods like grafting and layering. The text emphasizes the necessity for gardeners to adapt natural plant conditions in artificial settings, encouraging a blend of scientific knowledge and experiential insights to enhance successful cultivation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AE: General Works: Encyclopedias |
| Subject | Encyclopedias and dictionaries |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39029 |
| Release Date | Mar 2, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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