The Heathery; Or, A Monograph Of The Genus Erica. Vol. 5 - Cranke, Andrews Henry
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"The Heathery" is a five-volume monograph on the genus Erica, written by botanist and horticulturist Henry Cranke Andrews. The book is considered a classic in the field of botany and horticulture, and is widely regarded as the most comprehensive work on the subject of heaths or heathers. The book is focused on the genus Erica, which is a large group of flowering plants in the family Ericaceae. Andrews provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of each species of Erica, including information on their natural habitats, growing conditions, and distinctive features. The book also includes…mehr

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"The Heathery" is a five-volume monograph on the genus Erica, written by botanist and horticulturist Henry Cranke Andrews. The book is considered a classic in the field of botany and horticulture, and is widely regarded as the most comprehensive work on the subject of heaths or heathers. The book is focused on the genus Erica, which is a large group of flowering plants in the family Ericaceae. Andrews provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of each species of Erica, including information on their natural habitats, growing conditions, and distinctive features. The book also includes practical advice on the cultivation and propagation of heaths, making it a valuable resource for horticulturists and gardeners. In addition to his expertise on Erica, Andrews was known for his work on other plants, and authored other notable publications on botany and horticulture. He was a Fellow of the Linnean Society and a member of the Royal Horticultural Society, and his contributions to the study and cultivation of plants continue to be recognized and celebrated. Overall, "The Heathery" is a comprehensive and detailed work on the genus Erica, providing both scientific information and practical advice for anyone interested in the study or cultivation of heaths and heathers. It remains an important reference for researchers and enthusiasts in the field of botany and horticulture today.
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English botanist and horticulture Henry Cranke Andrews (1767-1830) was well-known for his knowledge of the study and management of heaths and other species. He was raised in London and worked as a nurseryman before moving to Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, where he was born. In London, he also joined the Linnean Society. "The Botanist's Repository," "Coloured Engravings of Heaths," and "The Heathery," a five-volume monograph on the species Erica published between 1804 and 1808, are just a few of Andrews' famous works on plants. Additionally, he was a member of the Royal Horticultural Society, where he worked as the publication's editor for "Transactions of the Horticultural Society of London." Andrews was well-known for his charity activities and support of social concerns in addition to his contributions to the study and production of plants. He was a fervent supporter of the abolition of slavery and took part in the establishment of the African Institution, which encouraged African exploration and commerce while lending support to the abolitionist effort. The contributions Andrews made to the study and production of heaths and other plants are still honored today as a key figure in the history of botany and horticulture.