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Landscapes and Gardens for Historic Buildings - A Handbook for Reproducing and Creating Authentic Landscapes

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Forty years after its initial publication, this new edition features over 150 revisions, including case studies from the authors' experiences, complete look with color images of the archaeological excavation at Bacon's Castle and Monticello in Virginia, 74 illustrations and new chapters based on emerging information in the field.

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Preface
1American Landscape Design
The Colonial Period, 1620-1775
Gardens of the New Nation, 1776-1850
The Victorian Period, 1860-1900
The Early Twentieth Century, 1900-1930
Landscape Settings for Public Buildings and Spaces
Cemeteries
2Research and Plan Development
Site Analysis
Photographic Record
Research and Documentation
Developing a Philosophy and Developing a Plan
3Authentic Plants for Period Landscape Settings
Trends and Styles
Procuring Period Plants
List of Sources
List of Authentic Plants for Recreating Period Landscapes
4Maintaining the Restored Landscape
Lawns
Perennials and Shrubs
Pest Control
Supporting Plants
Pruning
Soil Fertility
Projecting Maintenance and Its Costs
Visitor Circulation and Wear
Vandalism and Site Security
Appendix
Bibliography
Acknowledgments
Index

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By Rudy J. Favretti and Joy Putman Favretti

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Forty years after its initial publication, this new edition features over 150 revisions, including case studies from the authors' experiences, complete look with color images of the archaeological excavation at Bacon's Castle and Monticello in Virginia, 74 illustrations and new chapters based on emerging information in the field.

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