Gardening Indoors and Under Glass / A Practical Guide to the Planting, Care and Propagation of House Plants, and to the Construction and Management of Hotbed, Coldframe and Small Greenhouse

A practical, plain-language manual for cultivating plants inside the home and in small glass structures, offering step-by-step guidance on light, temperature, moisture, soils, fertilizers, and watering. It explains propagation by seed and cuttings, potting and repotting, and routine care for diverse groups including flowering plants, shrubs, foliage specimens, vines, ferns, palms, cacti and bulbs. The book also covers pests, accessories, and the construction and heating of coldframes, hotbeds and modest greenhouses, plus greenhouse management and winter vegetable culture, with an emphasis on economical methods that extend the garden season and make indoor gardening accessible.