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The complete kitchen gardner, and hot-bed forcer

Abercrombie, John

London, Printed for J. Stockdale, 1789

The Complete Kitchen Gardner was published as a guide for the care of household plants used for cooking in the 18th century. There are sections on various vegetables, fruits, and spices, each with details regarding the best planting season, the growing season, and general plant care. John Abercrombie, being a predominant horticulturist of the time, left an outstanding record of domestic plant care.

Spine detached and boards loose. Lay down new spine.

Thank You to Donor: In Honor of James T. Downey

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