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Hardy Perennials and Old Fashioned Flowers / Describing the Most Desirable Plants, for Borders, Rockeries, and Shrubberies.

By J. G. Wood
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A practical guide to hardy perennial and traditional garden flowers offering concise descriptions of many species and clear, experience-based cultivation advice. It explains selection for borders, rockeries, and shrubbery, seasonal flowering patterns and how to extend bloom across months, with notes on foliage, site preferences, propagation, and maintenance. The author emphasizes suitability for small gardens, recommends plant combinations for year-round interest, and includes illustrations plus practical tips drawn from personal gardening experience to help amateurs choose and successfully grow reliable, low-maintenance perennial plants.

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J. G. Wood

J. G. Wood was a 19th-century English naturalist and author, known for his extensive writings on natural history and the animal kingdom. His notable works include "Bible Animals," which explores the creatures mentioned in the Scriptures, and "Nature's Teachings: Human Invention Anticipated by Nature," where he examines the relationship between nature and human innovation. Wood also contributed significantly to the field of botany with titles like "Hardy Perennials and Old Fashioned Flowers," focusing on desirable plants for gardens. His writings reflect a deep interest in the natural world, combining scientific observation with accessible prose for a general audience.

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