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List of Illustrations
AUTHOR’S NOTE
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
CHAPTER 1 MINIATURE WINDOW GARDENS
CHAPTER 2 MINIATURE GARDENS WITH ARTIFICIAL LIGHT
CHAPTER 3 MINIATURE GARDENS IN CONTAINERS
CHAPTER 4 MINIATURE GARDENS IN GLASS
CHAPTER 5 MINIATURE GREENHOUSE GARDENS
CHAPTER 6 MINIATURE HOUSE AND GREENHOUSE PLANTS
Delight in the tiny worlds you can create with just a windowsill, a glass jar, or a modest corner of the yard. This guide walks you through the essentials of lighting, container choice, and soil mixes, while showcasing an array of petite species—from begonia and dwarf geraniums to bonsai‑style succulents. Each chapter is filled with clear illustrations that reveal how a single wash‑boiler lid or an old cider jug can become a thriving micro‑garden.
Beyond the basics, the book shares clever tricks for building low‑cost greenhouses, arranging rock and water features, and pairing miniature roses with seasonal perennials. Practical tips on pruning, propagation, and pest control make it easy for beginners and seasoned growers alike to nurture healthy plants in confined spaces. Whether you’re looking to brighten a bookcase, craft a decorative pool, or design a miniature woodland, the ideas spark both imagination and confidence for indoor and outdoor gardening adventures.
Language
en
Duration
~10 hours (603K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United States: Doubleday and Company, 1963.
Credits
Stephen Hutcheson, Karin Spence and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Release date
Jan 12, 2023
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
d. 1962
Best known for practical, inviting gardening books from the early 1960s, this author wrote for readers who wanted beautiful plants without fuss. Her work explored begonias, vines, hanging plants, and miniature gardens with an eye for both cultivation and display.
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