Parsons on the Rose: A Treatise on the Propagation, Culture, and History of the Rose

By Samuel Bowne Parsons

Book Overview

Parsons On The Rose: A Treatise On The Propagation, Culture, And History Of The Rose (1869) is a comprehensive guidebook on roses written by Samuel Bowne Parsons. The book provides detailed information on the different types of roses, their propagation, and cultivation techniques. The author also delves into the history of the rose, tracing its origins and cultural significance. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of rose cultivation. The first chapter focuses on the history of the rose, while the second chapter covers the different types of roses and their characteristics. The third chapter discusses the propagation of roses, including methods such as grafting and budding. The fourth chapter covers the cultivation of roses, including soil preparation, fertilization, pruning, and pest control. The book also includes a glossary of terms and a list of recommended varieties of roses for different purposes. Parsons On The Rose is a valuable resource for anyone interested in growing and cultivating roses, and it remains a popular reference book for rose enthusiasts today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164879235
• ISBN13: 9781164879237
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"