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Journal of a Horticultural Tour through Germany, Belgium, and part of France, in the Autumn of 1835 / To which is added, a Catalogue of the different Species of Cacteæ in the Gardens at Woburn Abbey. cover

Journal of a Horticultural Tour through Germany, Belgium, and part of France, in the Autumn of 1835 / To which is added, a Catalogue of the different Species of Cacteæ in the Gardens at Woburn Abbey.

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A horticultural travel journal records visits to prominent nurseries and royal gardens across Germany, Belgium, and France, offering practical descriptions of plant collections, greenhouse and hothouse designs, and propagation practices. It compares continental methods with those used in England, highlights extensive succulent and cactus collections, and discusses palms, orchids, and nursery layout. Day-by-day entries mix travel observations with technical notes, while an appended catalogue lists the cactus species cultivated at Woburn Abbey. Practical recommendations for gardeners and remarks on landscape ornaments, architecture, and exchange of plants conclude the account.

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James Forbes

James Forbes was a horticulturist and writer known for his detailed observations and insights into plant life. His notable work, "Journal of a Horticultural Tour through Germany, Belgium, and part of France, in the Autumn of 1835," documents his travels and the diverse flora he encountered. This publication not only reflects his passion for horticulture but also includes a catalogue of cacti species found in the gardens at Woburn Abbey. Forbes's contributions provide valuable perspectives on 19th-century horticultural practices and the botanical landscape of Europe during his travels.

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