About orchids : a chat by Frederick Boyle
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"About Orchids: A Chat" by Frederick Boyle is a horticultural discussion written in the late 19th century. The book presents an approachable and personal narrative on the cultivation of orchids, interwoven with the author's experiences and reflections. It seeks to demystify the world of orchid gardening, making it accessible to enthusiasts with modest resources, while also providing insights into the charm and allure of these unique plants. The opening of the work
introduces Boyle's personal journey into the world of gardening, particularly focusing on orchids. He shares the trials and triumphs of transforming a small plot of land into a vibrant orchid house, detailing his learning curve in horticulture and the challenges of managing such delicate plants. The narrative is rich with humor and honesty, revealing his early misconceptions about orchid cultivation and his eventual discoveries that make it more attainable than many believe. His reflections serve both as a guide and encouragement for novice gardeners and orchid enthusiasts, aiming to dispel the myths surrounding orchid care while celebrating the beauty of these remarkable flowers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Boyle, Frederick, 1841-1914 |
|---|---|
| Title | About orchids : a chat |
| Credits |
Produced by Ben Beasley, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Digital & Multimedia Center, Michigan State University Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Orchids |
| Subject | Orchid culture |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17155 |
| Release Date | Nov 26, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 770 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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