Old Time Gardens, Newly Set Forth (1922)

Old Time Gardens, Newly Set Forth is a book written by Alice Morse Earle and originally published in 1922. The book is a comprehensive guide to the gardens of the colonial era in America. Earle shares her extensive knowledge of the subject matter and provides readers with a detailed account of the various types of gardens that were popular during this time period.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific type of garden. Earle covers everything from the formal gardens of the wealthy to the more humble gardens of the common folk. She also provides detailed instructions on how to recreate these gardens in modern times.Throughout the book, Earle shares her love of gardening and her appreciation for the history and traditions of the colonial era. She provides readers with a wealth of information about the plants, flowers, and design elements that were popular during this time period.Old Time Gardens, Newly Set Forth is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of gardening in America. It is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique glimpse into the past and offers valuable insights into the art and science of gardening.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.