The Cauliflower by A. A. Crozier
"The Cauliflower" by A. A. Crozier is a detailed horticultural guide written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the cultivation of the cauliflower, discussing its history, best practices for growing, and management strategies in various regions of the United States. It aims to dispel myths about the vegetable's difficulty in cultivation and highlights its profitability for market gardeners. The opening of the text introduces the topic of cauliflower farming,emphasizing its profitability compared to other vegetables and addressing the common misconceptions surrounding its cultivation. Crozier draws from his personal experiences as a market gardener to illustrate the benefits of growing cauliflowers and explains the importance of understanding local climate and soil conditions. The introduction sets a practical tone, aiming to equip readers with the knowledge needed to successfully grow cauliflower, while encouraging beginners to embrace the vegetable as a viable crop. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Crozier, A. A. (Arthur Alger), 1856-1899 |
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| Title | The Cauliflower |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Tom Roch, Barbara Kosker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images produced by Core Historical Literature in Agriculture (CHLA), Cornell University) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Cauliflower |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27862 |
| Release Date | Jan 21, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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