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Favourite Roses And Other Plants by Hazelwood Bros (1937)
By Hazelwood Bros
Softcover, Wraps • Hazelwood Bros Ltd
Description
Title: Favourite Roses And Other Plants
Author/Publisher: Hazelwood Bros (Hazelwood Bros Ltd)
Publication Year: 1937
Format: Illustrated Softcover, Staple Bound
Synopsis
This scarce vintage publication, 'Favourite Roses And Other Plants', emerges from the esteemed Hazelwood Bros Ltd, a horticultural firm prominent in the mid-20th century. Published in 1937, this work serves as a valuable non-fiction resource, specifically catering to adult enthusiasts and professionals in the realm of natural history and gardening.
As an original, illustrated, and staple-bound softcover, it would have been produced as an informative guide or catalogue, showcasing the nursery's offerings and expertise. It captures a snapshot of popular horticultural interests and available plant varieties of the era, particularly focusing on roses, a perennial garden favourite, alongside other ornamental plants.
- Featured Rose Varieties: Likely presenting a selection of the nursery's most popular or novel rose cultivars, this section would offer descriptions and potentially cultivation notes for various types, from climbers to bush roses.
- Other Ornamental Plants: Beyond roses, the publication would have extended its scope to include a range of 'other plants' offered by Hazelwood Bros Ltd, providing insights into the broader horticultural landscape of the period.
- Horticultural Expertise: While primarily a showcase, such publications often included practical advice on planting, care, and maintenance, reflecting the growers' deep understanding of their stock and common gardening practices of the 1930s.
This original 1937 publication offers a fascinating glimpse into the horticultural world of its time. The 'personalised' and 'inscribed' nature of this specific copy further enhances its unique appeal, making it a valuable acquisition for garden historians, rose enthusiasts, and collectors interested in the evolution of plant cultivation and commercial horticulture in the early 20th century.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Softcover, Wraps |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | Hazelwood Bros Ltd |
| Signed | No |
| Subject | Natural History |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | Yes |
| Book Title | Favourite Roses And Other Plants |
| Personalised | Yes |
| Year Printed | 1937 |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
| Original/Facsimile | Original |
| Special Attributes | Illustrated, Staple Bound |
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