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Sylva Florifera: The Shrubbery Historically and Botanically Treated; with observations on the formation of ornamental plantations and picturesque scenery

Sylva Florifera: The Shrubbery Historically and Botanically Treated; with observations on the formation of ornamental plantations and picturesque scenery

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Sylva Florifera: The Shrubbery Historically and Botanically Treated; with observations on the formation of ornamental plantations and picturesque scenery

by Phillips, Henry

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London: Longman, Hurst, et al., 1823. First Edition. 2 vols. 8vo. Original blue boards, uncut, glazed clolth spine with printed paper label, slight chipping to headcaps, extremities a trifle rubbed, A FINE COPY, partially unopened. First Edition. 2 vols. 8vo. First Edition, Uncut in Original Boards. A guide to ornamental planting, hedges, and picturesque botanical effects. Phillips (1775?-1838) was a Worthing banker, a Fellow of the Royal Horticultural Society, and the Linnaean Society, and the author of several botanical works including the History of Cultivated Vegetables.

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Title
Sylva Florifera: The Shrubbery Historically and Botanically Treated; with observations on the formation of ornamental plantations and picturesque scenery
Author
Phillips, Henry
Format/Binding
2 vols. 8vo
Book Condition
Used - Original blue boards, uncut, glazed clolth spine with printed paper label, slight chipping to headcaps, extremities a trifle rub
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Edition
First Edition
Publisher
Longman, Hurst, et al.
Place of Publication
London
Date Published
1823
Keywords
Gardening | Botany

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