The Properties of Flowers and Plants" is a comprehensive guide to competing in and judging floral competitions, being an attempt to set out the rules and define the standard. It includes a wealth of interesting information relating to the various plants treated, detailing what a perfect example should be like and offering other related information for both judges and contestants. This timeless volume will appeal to all with an interest in floriculture, but it will be of especial utility to those with an interest gardening and flower competitions. Contents include: "The Properties of the Rose", "Properties of Moss-Roses", "The Properties of Noisette Roses", "Properties of Climbing Roses", "The Properties of the Ranunculus", "Properties of the Sweetwilliam", "Properties of the Carnation", "The Properties of the Picotee", "Disqualifications of Bloom in Picotees and Carnations", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of gardening.