02502cam a22003253u 4500 25373 UtSlPG 20260610133600.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 SB Woodward, George E. (George Evertson), 1829-1905 Woodward's Graperies and Horticultural Buildings Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-05-07 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Woodward's Graperies and Horticultural Buildings" by Geo. E. & F. W. Woodward is a detailed guide on horticultural architecture written in the mid-19th century. This work focuses on the construction and design of specialized structures for growing grapes and other horticultural pursuits, reflecting an increasing interest in gardening and architecture during that period. The book offers practical advice rooted in the authors' extensive professional experience aimed at making grape cultivation more accessible and productive for enthusiasts and gardeners. At the start of the book, the authors introduce the concept of graperies and their significance, emphasizing the success and rising popularity of grape cultivation under glass structures. They discuss the recent history of grape-growing in the United States and outline the key elements such as ideal positioning for the houses, types of materials used, and various heating methods to ensure optimal plant growth. Furthermore, they shed light on the aesthetic and practical aspects of horticultural buildings, providing a prelude to the designs and plans detailed in the subsequent chapters. Overall, the opening sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of both the artistry and science behind horticultural architecture. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Greenhouses Viticulture Woodward, F. W. (Francis W.) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25373 66374 66374