The Vegetable Garden: What, When, and How to Plant by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title The Vegetable Garden: What, When, and How to Plant
Note Reprinted from "The Farmer's Cyclopedia".
Note Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Vegetable Garden: What, When, and How to Plant" by Anonymous is a comprehensive guide on gardening practices written in the early 20th century. The text serves as a practical resource for gardeners of all levels, detailing essential information on what vegetables to cultivate, when to plant them, and the methods for successful gardening. The guide places a strong emphasis on the benefits of home vegetable gardens, accentuating their value in providing fresh produce and significant savings compared to commercial crops. The opening of the book introduces the importance of home vegetable gardens, particularly in Northern and Eastern farms, where they are often meticulously maintained. It elaborates on the high yield and cost-effectiveness of growing vegetables in a well-kept garden, which can produce much more than standard farm crops in the same area. The text outlines the initial considerations when starting a vegetable garden, including location, soil preparation, and the necessity of planning for a continuous supply of produce throughout the year. It highlights practical methods for ensuring successful planting, care, and harvesting while addressing common pitfalls and best practices for maximizing yield and maintaining healthy plants. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class SB: Agriculture: Plant culture
Subject Vegetable gardening
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EBook-No. 43531
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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