Hortus

"Hortus" is a foundational reference work in the field of American horticulture, meticulously compiled by the legendary botanist Liberty Hyde Bailey and Ethel Zoe Bailey. Conceived as a concise dictionary of gardening, this volume provides an exhaustive catalog of cultivated plants in North America. Each entry offers essential information on plant nomenclature, brief descriptions for identification, and practical cultivation notes.As a comprehensive overview of the botanical landscape, "Hortus" serves as both a practical guide for the dedicated gardener and a vital historical record for the botanist. It covers a vast range of flora, from common vegetables and fruits to ornamental flowers and shrubs. Known for its precision and scientific rigor, this work reflects Bailey's commitment to making botanical knowledge accessible and organized. Whether used for identifying specific species or understanding the cultivation requirements of a diverse array of plants, "Hortus" remains an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the science and art of gardening.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Read more