The different modes of cultivating the pine-apple : From its first introduction into Europe to the late improvements of T.A. Knight, esq.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Loudon, J. C. (John Claudius), 1783-1843.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Different Modes of Cultivating the Pine-Apple" by J. C. Loudon is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This work focuses on the horticultural techniques and advancements related to the cultivation of the pineapple, detailing various methods employed in Europe since the fruit's introduction. It aims to present a comprehensive overview, including observations from experienced gardeners and historical practices. The opening portion of this publication introduces the pineapple as a highly regarded fruit within horticultural circles, particularly highlighting T. A. Knight's contributions to its culture. It outlines the book's objective to compile various cultivation techniques adopted in Europe, referencing numerous publications and expert observations. Loudon also briefly considers the historical journey of the pineapple from its origins in the Caribbean to its eventual popularity in European gardens, setting the stage for deeper exploration of cultivation methods in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2014-12-20