Flora Domestica, Or The Portable Flower Garden - Elizabeth Kent - Bog

Flora Domestica, Or The Portable Flower Garden: With Directions For The Treatment Of Plants In Pots (1831) by Elizabeth Kent is a comprehensive guide to growing and caring for indoor plants. The book provides detailed instructions for selecting, planting, and maintaining a variety of plants in pots, including flowers, herbs, and vegetables. The author begins by discussing the benefits of indoor gardening and the various types of containers and soils that can be used. She then provides detailed information on the care and maintenance of plants, including watering, fertilizing, and pruning. The book also includes a detailed catalog of plants, with descriptions of their characteristics, growing conditions, and recommended uses. Kent provides practical advice on using plants for decoration, including tips on arranging them in groups and creating attractive displays. Flora Domestica is a valuable resource for anyone interested in indoor gardening, from beginners to experienced gardeners. Its clear and concise instructions, combined with beautiful illustrations, make it an essential guide for anyone looking to create a thriving portable flower garden.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.