Flower Garden: A Handbook Of Practical Garden Lore

Flower Garden: A Handbook of Practical Garden Lore

by Ida Dandridge Bennett

'Flower Garden: A Handbook of Practical Garden Lore' by Ida Dandridge Bennett is a comprehensive guide to perennial flower gardening and landscaping. It covers a wide range of topics, from seed starting and plant care to creating water gardens and managing houseplants during winter. The book offers practical advice and techniques for cultivating a variety of traditional garden flowering plants, bulbs, trees, and shrubs. Bennett's writing style is engaging and informative, infused with a touch of humor and wisdom. The book is a valuable resource for both novice and experienced gardeners, providing detailed information on the best practices for creating and maintaining beautiful and thriving flower gardens.

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Ida Dandridge Bennett was an accomplished biographer who lived from 1860 to 1925. She was born in Lynchburg, Virginia, and spent much of her early life studying and teaching in the state.Bennett was a...

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