Restoring American Gardens by Denise Adams

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Book
ISBN
9780881926194
Book Title
Restoring American Gardens : an Encyclopedia of Heirloom Ornamental Plants, 1640-1940
Publisher
Timber Press, Incorporated
Item Length
11.3 in
Publication Year
2004
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
1.2 in
Author
Denise Wiles Adams
Genre
Gardening, Référence
Topic
Regional / General, Landscape, Encyclopedias, General, Garden Design
Item Weight
59.2 Oz
Item Width
8.9 in
Number of Pages
420 Pages
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Today's gardeners have more plants and design ideas to choose from than ever before. But is there something missing in their gardens if they ignore their ties to the past? Denise Wiles Adams has written a remarkable book of history and horticulture that documents the changing plant palette of American gardens. From the colonial era to the pre-World War II period, no region of the country is neglected and no major plant group unrepresented. From a database of more than 25,000 plants and hundreds of antique nursery catalogs, she has distilled a unique survey of American ornamental gardens. Nobody concerned with historic homes and properties can afford to be without it. An important resource that will be consulted for generations, Restoring American Gardens is a vital link between gardeners and their predecessors throughout history. This book is only available through print on demand. All interior art is black and white.

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Publisher
Timber Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0881926191
ISBN-13
9780881926194
eBay Product ID (ePID)
5939901

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Book Title
Restoring American Gardens : an Encyclopedia of Heirloom Ornamental Plants, 1640-1940
Number of Pages
420 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Regional / General, Landscape, Encyclopedias, General, Garden Design
Publication Year
2004
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Gardening, Référence
Author
Denise Wiles Adams
Format
Hardcover

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Item Height
1.2 in
Item Weight
59.2 Oz
Item Length
11.3 in
Item Width
8.9 in

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My eye always strayed to the next bit of information..and the next...and probably the next. This is THAT kind of book. Good luck keeping it up on the shelf., Restoring American Gardens is a wonderful book full of the history and horticulture that documents changing plants. . .[and] is a vital link between gardeners and the plants of the past., Paving the way for heirloom preservation adventures with a colorful, well-documented and fascinating book., Restoring American Gardens is a useful addition to a growing body of historic landscape resources and is particularly important for its methodical focus on heirloom plants and their appropriate use., Ambitious in scope and beautifully produced by Timber Press, Denise Wiles Adams' book on heirloom ornamental plants is, by all accounts, a singular achievement., If you love antique flowers, you won't want to be without this magnificent new book. . . It's the first comprehensive history of plants of American gardens. . . Prepare to be inspired!, Restoring American Gardens is a wonder to have and to behold, a sure-to-be classic resource connecting and bonding present-day gardeners with their founding forefather kin., Adams's engaging writing and the abundance of both contemporary and historic photographs and plans make this reference book both a pleasure to use and one that fills a gap in the literature. Recommended for all gardening and historic preservation collections., Denise Wiles Adams engagingly documents the history - botanical and cultural - of the continually changing American garden. It's a vivid, instructive treat with a persuasive leson: learn from the past., What's entertaining are her anecdotal details accompanying each entry culled from old books, journals, postcards and letters., Home gardeners will discover untried plants and rediscover familiar ones from a rich historical perspective, while professional and amateur designers alike will find a wealth of practical information on how to approach the historic landscape, document key features, develop a list of appropriate plants and pursue investigations. . . Adams's enthusiasm in infectious. . . Destined to become an indispensible reference for anyone interested in heirloom ornamentals and their history., This is an interesting tale of horticulture and history that references more than 1,000 plants and how they were used in landscapes from 1640-1940. [The author's] love of these plants...shines through in her writing., This is an important resource for anyone with an interest in historic properties or simply in plants like their grandmother grew., Any serious student of ornamental horticulture simply must have this book. It's a one-stop reference for everything needed when attempting historical North American garden design on any scale. It's an absolute joy to see this topic so thoroughly researched, thoughtfully presented and beatifully packaged., 'American heirloom ornamental plants are . . . treasures to be honored and conserved and shared,' Adams writes. I believe the same can be said of this book., If you're seeking specific ideas for your Gothic Revival in Texas, or a Stick-style in Minnesota...Adams, former owner of an heirloom plant nursery who holds a Ph.D. in horticulture, steps into that gap., Gardeners who enjoy a healthy dose of gardening history in their guides will find Denise Wiles Adams' Restoring American Gardens a treasure trove of information on heirloom ornamentals from 1640-1940., An interesting tale of horticulture and history...[the author's] love of these plants with deep roots in our history shines through in her writing., The home gardener, professional landscape designer, bed-and-breakfast proprietor, and all those who have taken to heart the task of re-creating plantings that are in keeping with a mode of yesteryear will love delving into this satisfying, well-organized, and beautifully produced resource., Adams provides an intensely helpful look at the history and horticulture of American gardens across the centuries., " Restoring American Gardens is a useful addition to a growing body of historic landscape resources and is particularly important for its methodical focus on heirloom plants and their appropriate use." --Scott Mehaffey, Landscape Architecture , July 2004, Restoring American Gardens: An Encyclopedia of Heirloom Ornamental Plants 1640-1940, by Denise Wiles Adams, has masterfully catalogued, documented, illustrated, and separated by region historic, "heirloom", ornamental plants. This is one of the most complete reference books on ornamental heirlooms, which are gaining in popularity., Restoring American Gardens is a handsome book that is meticulously researched, user-friendly and a vital link to our horticultural past. In addition to being a wealth of information, it is a joy to read. It promised to be indispensable and one of the most used reference books in your library., If you live in a historic home and would like to restore your property, you shouldn't be without this book., This fascinating and picturesque 420-page book with 37 photographs and 200 lines drawings will inspire you to landscape your yard with historical authenticity. . . A wealth of information from trees to heirloom roses in period context., There are far too few garden history titles. Many are well-researched but text heavy, and either focus on influential designers and the landscapes of the fabulously wealthy, or list cottage plants and how to grow them. But what if you're seeking specific ideas for your Gothic Revival in Texas, or a Stick-style in Minnesota" Adams, former owner of an heirloom plant nursery who holds a Ph.D. in horticulture, steps into that gap., While pursuing her doctorate on the cultivation of 19th century ornamental plants in the Northeast, Adams decided to write a book. Her effort, Restoring American Gardens, . . .covers trees, shrubs, vines, perennials, annual and bulbs., Gardeners with an interest in heirloom plants or American garden history will find much to like in this book. It will occupy a central place on my landscape preservation bookshelf., The research that has gone into this book can only be described as exhaustive...the result is a comprehensive history of American ornamental plants, based on written and published documents., The book is generously illustrated with the old pictures [the author has] collected, plus lovely photos from [her] own garden...her writing is informative, descriptive, and to the point - in one word, practical., For the history buff, garden lover or anyone with a period home than needs an authentic landscape, Adams has created an invaluable reference.
Dewey Edition
21
Lccn
2003-057274
Dewey Decimal
635.9/0973
Lc Classification Number
Sb453.A32 2004

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  • by cowpoke!
    Sep 11, 2017

    A Great Seed Catalogue, Coffee Table Book, or Text Book

    The title of this book caught my eye as I am trying to figure out correct period appropriate landscaping and gardens for my 18th century home. From the title and blurb about the book, I thought this would be a good one to help with the project of planning gardens. I was wrong. The book looks like a really beautiful seed catalogue, and would likely be very useful to a learned gardener. The only place I can see where it would help my project is that the dates that plants were introduced are given. To go beyond that point, you must study the book and learn to use it like a textbook. There are tables and indexes, and appendixes that list information, but no plans or drawings for the layout of historic gardens, no suggestions for the placement of the plants and the ways they were used. ...

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