Plants

Overview: John Evelyn’s Sylva is a comprehensive treatise on forest trees and the propagation of timber in England, written in 1678. The book was written in response to the growing concern over…

Overview: This 1914 guide, “Studies of Trees” by J. J. Levison, aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of trees for beginners. The book covers various aspects of tree life, including…

Overview: This book, “Handbook of the Trees of New England,” provides a detailed guide to the tree species found in New England. It covers a wide range of trees, from…

Overview: This book, written by A.D. Webster in 1893, is a comprehensive guide to hardy ornamental flowering trees and shrubs. It emphasizes the importance of diversifying landscapes by incorporating a…

Overview: The book “Trees, Fruits, and Flowers of Minnesota, 1916” is a collection of articles and reports from the Minnesota State Horticultural Society covering the period from December 1, 1915…