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The Chrysanthemum: Its History And Culture is a book written by John Salter and first published in 1865. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and cultivation of chrysanthemums, a popular flowering plant that has been cultivated in China and Japan for centuries. Salter begins by tracing the origins of the chrysanthemum, exploring its cultural and symbolic significance in Chinese and Japanese art and literature. He then moves on to discuss the various species and varieties of chrysanthemums, providing detailed descriptions of their physical characteristics and growing…mehr

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The Chrysanthemum: Its History And Culture is a book written by John Salter and first published in 1865. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and cultivation of chrysanthemums, a popular flowering plant that has been cultivated in China and Japan for centuries. Salter begins by tracing the origins of the chrysanthemum, exploring its cultural and symbolic significance in Chinese and Japanese art and literature. He then moves on to discuss the various species and varieties of chrysanthemums, providing detailed descriptions of their physical characteristics and growing requirements.The book also includes practical advice on how to cultivate chrysanthemums, including tips on soil preparation, propagation, pruning, and pest control. Salter also discusses the role of chrysanthemums in horticultural shows and competitions, providing insights into the judging criteria and standards used by judges.Overall, The Chrysanthemum: Its History And Culture is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and cultivation of this beautiful and fascinating plant. Its detailed descriptions and practical advice make it an essential reference for gardeners, horticulturists, and enthusiasts of botany and plant culture.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.
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Autorenporträt
John Salter is the author of A Trout in the Sea of Cortez and Alberta Clipper. He is a two-time winner of the Loft Award in Creative Prose / McKnight Artist Fellowship. He has also been awarded fellowships from the Bush Foundation and Minnesota State Arts Board, and a residency from the Corporation of Yaddo. He lives in Fargo, North Dakota.