The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 01 / Or, Flower-Garden Displayed

Name: The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 01 / Or, Flower-Garden Displayed
Author: William Curtis

By William Curtis

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The volume presents illustrated descriptions of ornamental foreign plants cultivated in Britain, pairing hand-colored plates drawn from living specimens with Linnaean names, diagnostic characters, native habitats, flowering times, and practical cultivation and propagation advice. Entries describe morphology, synonyms, and seasonal requirements, note methods for forcing and protecting tender species, and offer recommendations for soil, shelter, and division or seed propagation. A preface explains the aim to unite scientific classification with practical gardening for amateur and professional horticulturists and to occasionally introduce newly flowering or double varieties. Each plate is accompanied by concise botanical and cultural commentary.

About the Author

William Curtis

William Curtis was an influential English botanist and entomologist, best known for founding "The Botanical Magazine" in 1787. This periodical, which showcased detailed illustrations of plants, played a significant role in popularizing botany and horticulture in the 18th century. Curtis's work not only contributed to the scientific community but also catered to the interests of amateur gardeners and plant enthusiasts. His meticulous illustrations and descriptions helped to document a wide variety of plant species, making his magazine a vital resource for both scholars and the general public. Curtis's legacy endures through his extensive publications, which continue to be referenced in botanical studies.