Tropical Planting and Gardening with Special Reference to Ceylon

Language: English

Published by Macmillan and Co., Limited, London, 1952

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Title: Tropical Planting and Gardening with Special Reference to Ceylon (Fifth Edition) Author: H. F. Macmillan, F.L.S., A.H.R.H.S. Publisher: Macmillan and Co., Limited, London (1952 Reprint) The Definitive Reference for Tropical Horticulture and Botanical History Own a classic of botanical literature. Originally authored by the Superintendent of the Royal Botanic Gardens in Peradeniya, Ceylon, this work remains one of the most exhaustive and respected manuals on tropical agriculture, fruits, and flowers ever compiled. This 1952 volume is a sturdy reprint of the significantly revised Fifth Edition (1943), which remains the preferred edition for its depth and comprehensive updates. Condition & Key Features: Binding: Original green cloth boards with crisp lettering; the binding is tight, square, and secure. Internal State: A "Very Good" copy with a remarkably clean text block. This edition is profusely illustrated with detailed photographs, botanical diagrams, and landscape layouts essential for the tropical gardener. Scope: Covers everything from arid-region flora and soil management to the cultivation of exotic fruits, spices, and perfumes. Provenance: A vital primary source for those interested in the colonial agricultural history of Sri Lanka (Ceylon) and the Malay Peninsula. A well-preserved, professional-grade copy of a horticultural "bible" that continues to be cited by botanists worldwide. [Store Location: 1.4].…

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Title
Tropical Planting and Gardening with Special Reference to Ceylon
Author
H. F. Macmillan, F.L.S., A.H.R.H.S.
Publisher
Macmillan and Co., Limited, London
Publication year
1952
Condition
Very Good
Dust jacket
No Jacket
Binding
Cloth
Language
English
Edition
Fifth Edition.
Dimensions
6 inches width by 9 inches height by 2 inches depth

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