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THE
Botanical Magazine;
OR,
Flower-Garden Displayed:
IN WHICH
TO WHICH ARE ADDED,
TOGETHER WITH
THE MOST APPROVED METHODS OF CULTURE. A WORK
VOL. II
INDEX.
A compact yet richly illustrated volume, this work gathers an array of ornamental foreign plants—both hardy outdoor species and delicate greenhouse favourites—and presents them in striking, natural‑coloured plates. Each entry follows Linnaean classification, giving the plant’s class, order, generic and specific descriptors, while also noting native regions and flowering periods. Practical cultivation notes accompany the botanical details, offering step‑by‑step advice on sowing, potting, and seasonal care for gardeners eager to grow their selections successfully.
The book opens with familiar names such as the hardy Viburnum tinus and the elegant Camellia japonica, then moves through a diverse roster that includes irises, crocuses, and exotic succulents. Readers will find clear guidance on soil preferences, light requirements, and temperature tolerances, presented in a straightforward style that invites both novices and seasoned horticulturists to experiment confidently. The combination of scientific precision and hands‑on gardening tips makes it an enduring reference for anyone who wishes to turn a plot or a glasshouse into a vibrant, living gallery.
Full title
The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 02 Or, Flower-Garden Displayed Or, Flower-Garden Displayed
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (77K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
LONDON: Printed by Couchman and Fry, Throgmorton-Street, For W. CURTIS, at his Botanic-Garden, Lambeth-Marsh; And Sold by the principal Booksellers in Great-Britain and Ireland. M DCC XC.
Credits
Produced by Jason Isbell, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file made using scans of public domain works at the University of Georgia.)
Release date
2006-01-16
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1746–1799
A pioneering English botanist and entomologist, he helped bring plant study to a wider public through vivid, accessible books and journals. Best known for founding The Botanical Magazine, he combined scientific care with a gift for making natural history inviting.
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