Flower Garden A Handbook of Practical Garden Lore - Ida Dandridge Bennett

"Flower Garden: A Handbook of Practical Garden Lore" by Ida Dandridge Bennett serves as an invaluable reference for anyone interested in perennial flower gardening and landscaping. This comprehensive guide covers essential topics such as growing plants from seed, caring for traditional flowering plants, bulbs, trees, and shrubs, as well as maintaining ornamental gardens like water gardens and house plants during winter. Bennett's colorful personality shines through her unexpected advice, particularly in her chapter of Don’ts, which encourages readers to prioritize their passion for gardening over societal pressures.