David Thomson
This vintage book is a complete guide to growing pineapples under glass, with information on different varieties, problems and benefits, pests and diseases, planting, harvesting, and many other related aspects. With handy illustrations, simple instructions, and useful tips, this volume constitutes a must-read for those wishing to grow pineapples under glass. Contents include: 'The Pine-apple', 'Pineries', 'Varieties of Pines', 'The Queen', 'Smooth-Leaved Cayenne', 'Black Jamaica', 'White Providence', 'Charlotte Rothschild', 'Prince Albert', 'Lambton Castle Seedling', 'Succession Plants-Spring Treatment', etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on growing fruit.
