Preface 



to it. Man's business in cultivating the soil is to encourage, 

 follow, and assist Nature in her infallible methods. 



If in any way I shall have added to the number of 

 amateur gardeners, or have helped them in their pursuit 

 after pleasure and profit, then I shall take to myself the 

 proud title of benefactor. 



WILLIAM F. ROWLES. 



