Old-Fashioned Gardening

Old-Fashioned Gardening: A History And A Reconstruction by Grace Tabor is a comprehensive guide to traditional gardening practices. The book delves into the history of gardening, tracing the evolution of gardening techniques and styles from ancient times to the present day. It explores the role of gardens in society and the various cultural influences that have shaped them over time.The author also provides practical advice on how to recreate traditional gardens in a modern setting. She covers topics such as soil preparation, plant selection, pruning, and propagation, as well as the use of garden structures such as trellises, arbors, and pergolas. The book also includes detailed instructions on how to create specific garden styles, such as cottage gardens, formal gardens, and herb gardens.Throughout the book, Tabor emphasizes the importance of sustainability and organic gardening practices. She encourages readers to use natural methods to control pests and diseases, and to choose plants that are well-suited to their local climate and soil conditions.Overall, Old-Fashioned Gardening: A History And A Reconstruction is a valuable resource for anyone interested in traditional gardening practices and the history of gardening. It is filled with practical advice and historical insights, making it a must-read for both novice and experienced gardeners alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.