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F. F. (Frederick Frye) Rockwell
Frederick Frye Rockwell was an American horticulturist and prolific author known for his contributions to gardening literature in the early 20th century. He wrote extensively on practical gardening topics, offering accessible advice for amateur gardeners. His most notable works include "Around the Year in the Garden" and "The Key to the Land," which were popular guides on seasonal gardening and sustainable land use. Rockwell's writings helped shape the American gardening movement by promoting hands-on, organic approaches to cultivation.
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INTRODUCTION To-day the garden is in the zenith of its glory. The geraniums and salvias blaze in the autumn sun; the begonias have grown to a small forest of beautiful foliage and bloom; the heliotropes have become almost little trees, and load the air with their delicate fragrance. To-night—who knows?—grim winter may fling the first fleet-winged detachment of his advance across the land, by every...
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CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION Formerly it was the custom for gardeners to invest their labors and achievements with a mystery and secrecy which might well have discouraged any amateur from trespassing upon such difficult ground. "Trade secrets" in either flower or vegetable growing were acquired by the apprentice only through practice and observation, and in turn jealously guarded by him until passed...
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