02374cam a22003493u 4500 45946 UtSlPG 20260610134044.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 15005870 UtSlPG en iso639-1 SB Rexford, Eben E. (Eben Eugene), 1848-1916 A-B-C of Gardening ABC of Gardening Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Harper's A-B-C series Release date is 2014-06-12 Produced by Giovanni Fini and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "A-B-C of Gardening" by Eben E. Rexford is an instructional gardening guide written in the early 20th century. This practical work offers readers foundational knowledge on various aspects of gardening, from preparing soil and sowing seeds to maintaining a flourishing garden throughout different seasons. The book likely caters to amateur gardeners or those looking to enhance their gardening skills, making it an accessible resource for beginners. The opening portion of the book provides a comprehensive introduction to the essential steps involved in creating a garden. It emphasizes the importance of soil preparation, including spading, pulverizing, and enriching the soil with fertilizers tailored to the gardener's specific conditions. Rexford advises on the best practices for sowing seeds and the necessity of diligent weeding to promote healthy plant growth. He also provides practical advice on maintaining garden equipment and stresses the importance of patience and thoroughness in gardening to achieve desired results. Overall, this opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of gardening fundamentals that the author promises to unfold in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Gardening Harper's A-B-C series https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45946 86785 86785