Vol. XVIII.—The Book of Topiary. By Charles H. Curtis and W. Gibson, Head Gardener at Levens Hall.
A textbook of the topiary art, together with some account and famous examples of the application of that art.
Vol. XIX.—The Book of Town and Window Gardening. By Mrs. F. A. Bardswell.
A handbook for those lovers of flowers who are compelled to live in a town. The book should be helpful even to those who are quite ignorant in the art of growing plants, and advice is given as to the most suitable plants to grow under the various adverse conditions which town gardens afford.
Vol. XX.—The Book of Rarer Vegetables. By George Wythes, V.M.H., Head Gardener to the Duke of Northumberland, and Harry Roberts.
This work deals with a number of vegetables possessing choice flavour, that are little grown in modern gardens. Not only does the book explain the best methods of cultivation, but also describes the ways in which the several vegetables should be cooked and dressed for the table.
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. By Charles Thonger.
A practical handbook to the selection, construction, and arrangement of the various buildings, trellises, pergolas, arches, seats, sundials, fountains, and other structures which necessity or taste may suggest as additions to our garden ornaments.