Part 17

Vol. XXI.—THE BOOK OF THE IRIS.

A practical guide to the cultivation of the Iris, and also a description of and key to all the garden species and varieties. The book will interest equally the botanical student, the practical gardener, and the lover of beautiful flowers.

Vol. XXII.—THE BOOK OF GARDEN FURNITURE.

A practical handbook to the selection, construction, and arrangement of the various buildings, trellises, pergolas, arches, seats, sundials, fountains, and other structures.

Vol. XXIII.—THE BOOK OF THE CARNATION. By C. P. BROTHERSTON and MARTIN R. SMITH.

Vol. XXIV. THE BOOK OF THE SCENTED GARDEN. By F. W. BURBIDGE.

Vol. XXV. THE BOOK OF GARDEN DESIGN. By CHARLES THONGER.

JOHN LANE, Publisher: LONDON: VIGO STREET, W. NEW YORK: 67 FIFTH AVENUE

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