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100 1 _aOlmsted Brothers
245 1 0 _aReport on the New York Botanical Garden
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2022
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2022-05-15
508 _aThe Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Report on the New York Botanical Garden by Olmsted Brothers" is a scientific publication released in the early 20th century, specifically in 1924. This report serves as a comprehensive evaluation of the New York Botanical Garden's grounds, examining their maintenance and suggesting improvements to enhance the garden's beauty and usability. It reflects the evolving interest in landscaping and public parks during this time period, providing insights into horticultural practices and urban garden management. The report is divided into several parts, addressing distinct aspects such as the maintenance of the grounds, the enhancement of existing features, and the introduction of new elements to the garden. Throughout, the authors emphasize the critical importance of adequate maintenance, indicating that insufficient upkeep leads to progressive deterioration. They identify specific areas within the garden for improvement, such as the Fruticetum and Herbaceous Grounds, and propose the creation of new attractions like a Rhododendron Glade. The document also highlights the challenges posed by automobile traffic and suggests strategies for managing visitor flow to maximize enjoyment and preservation of the garden's landscapes. In conclusion, the report serves as a guideline for future developments and maintenance practices, advocating for a careful balance between aesthetic appeal and botanical education. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cUnited States: , 1924
653 _aNew York Botanical Garden
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/reportonnewyorkb00olms
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68097
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