New York: Howard-McCann. Very Good+ in Very Good dust jacket; Spine ends bumped, head edge slightly sunned. DJ spine quite wrinkled with wear to the high spots, back a bit darkened, nick to one corner. 1951. First Edition. Hardcover. States "Pioneer" American Gardening, but really covers the early horticulture of US regions, settlements, and states. Compiled by Elvenia Slosson, contains 48 essays by different authors and 28 b&w photos. Forward and bibliography by the compiler. VG+, but actually about near fine in a good-looking VG- DJ now in mylar. An essential reference to those wishing to recreate or research historic gardens and heirloom varieties. ; B&W Photographs; 8vo; 306 pages .