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Gardening Under Glass by Jerome A. Eaton ➤ Macmillan Pub Co, 1973
Gardening Under Glass by Jerome A. Eaton Macmillan Pub Co, 1973
Title: Gardening Under Glass; An Illustrated Guide to the Greenhouse
Author: Jerome A. Eaton
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Macmillan Pub Co, 1973
Size: 5.75 X 8.5 * 306 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: The greenhouse gardener lives intimately with his plants and develops a deep and rewarding understanding of the delicate ecological balances that exist among all living things. With this important aspect in mind, Jerome Eaton-one of the top professionals in the field-has written a concise, comprehensive, and systematic guide to greenhouse cultivation.
Beginning with a discussion of the initial questions that arise about gardening under glass, the author goes on to cover each aspect of building and maintaining a successful greenhouse, including: the four primary considerations in choosing a site-available light, force and direction of prevailing winds, drainage, and convenience; construction-with details on the latest building materials and the advantages and drawbacks of all the popular models; and the all-important subject of a controlled climate-how to build it in, how to maintain it, what degrees of light, heat, and air are necessary, and how to choose the climate that is best for your greenhouse.
After the greenhouse is built, the owner's concern shifts to the hows and whys of day-to-day maintenance of the plants under his care. Mr. Eaton gives comprehensive coverage to: pots, potting, and potting soils; good plant nutrition (including up-to- date facts about both chemical and organic fertilizers); disease and insect control; propagation techniques; treatment of dormant plants; tools and supplies needed; and preventive measures to eliminate potential crises.
Choice of plants is the greenhouse owner's most exciting decision. Gardening Under Glass explores the full range of possibilities from both an aesthetic and a practical standpoint, explains the meanings of scientific names, and recommends suitable plants for warm and cool greenhouses. There are "biographies" detailing the characteristics and care of popular plants and special sections on the most popular plant varieties. An invaluable appendix provides handy lists of manufacturers of greenhouses and accessories and sources for supplies, and a glossary lists commonly used horticultural terms.
Gardening Under Glass is the best up-to- the-minute guide available for every gar- dener-novice or experienced-who wants to create a private garden for year-round enjoyment.
JEROME EATON has been, for many years, the director of Old Westbury Gardens. A member of the board of the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, he has written gardening columns for The New York Times as well as for numerous horticultural publications.
Overall Condition: Good + The book has been read but is in good condition. It has no issues to the cover, including scuff marks, holes or tears. The dust jacket in two pieces with some wear is included. The binding has minimal wear. The pages are undamaged with no creasing or tearing, no pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. There are no missing pages; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Two Pounds Media Mail) is $5.22 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
(PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY PAYMENT FROM OUTSIDE THE U.S.)
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Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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Title: Gardening Under Glass; An Illustrated Guide to the Greenhouse
Author: Jerome A. Eaton
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Macmillan Pub Co, 1973
Size: 5.75 X 8.5 * 306 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: The greenhouse gardener lives intimately with his plants and develops a deep and rewarding understanding of the delicate ecological balances that exist among all living things. With this important aspect in mind, Jerome Eaton-one of the top professionals in the field-has written a concise, comprehensive, and systematic guide to greenhouse cultivation.
Beginning with a discussion of the initial questions that arise about gardening under glass, the author goes on to cover each aspect of building and maintaining a successful greenhouse, including: the four primary considerations in choosing a site-available light, force and direction of prevailing winds, drainage, and convenience; construction-with details on the latest building materials and the advantages and drawbacks of all the popular models; and the all-important subject of a controlled climate-how to build it in, how to maintain it, what degrees of light, heat, and air are necessary, and how to choose the climate that is best for your greenhouse.
After the greenhouse is built, the owner's concern shifts to the hows and whys of day-to-day maintenance of the plants under his care. Mr. Eaton gives comprehensive coverage to: pots, potting, and potting soils; good plant nutrition (including up-to- date facts about both chemical and organic fertilizers); disease and insect control; propagation techniques; treatment of dormant plants; tools and supplies needed; and preventive measures to eliminate potential crises.
Choice of plants is the greenhouse owner's most exciting decision. Gardening Under Glass explores the full range of possibilities from both an aesthetic and a practical standpoint, explains the meanings of scientific names, and recommends suitable plants for warm and cool greenhouses. There are "biographies" detailing the characteristics and care of popular plants and special sections on the most popular plant varieties. An invaluable appendix provides handy lists of manufacturers of greenhouses and accessories and sources for supplies, and a glossary lists commonly used horticultural terms.
Gardening Under Glass is the best up-to- the-minute guide available for every gar- dener-novice or experienced-who wants to create a private garden for year-round enjoyment.
JEROME EATON has been, for many years, the director of Old Westbury Gardens. A member of the board of the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, he has written gardening columns for The New York Times as well as for numerous horticultural publications.
Overall Condition: Good + The book has been read but is in good condition. It has no issues to the cover, including scuff marks, holes or tears. The dust jacket in two pieces with some wear is included. The binding has minimal wear. The pages are undamaged with no creasing or tearing, no pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. There are no missing pages; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Two Pounds Media Mail) is $5.22 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
(PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY PAYMENT FROM OUTSIDE THE U.S.)
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Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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