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Systema horti-culturae: or, The art of gardening· : In three books. The I. treateth of the excellency, scituation, soil, form, walks, arbours, springs, fountains, waterworks, grotto's, statues, and other magnificent ornaments of gardens, with many necessary rules, precepts, and directions, concerning the same. The II. treateth of all sorts of trees planted for ornament or shade, winter greens, flower trees, and flowers, that are usually propagated or preserv'd in the gardens of the best florists, and the best ways and methods of raising, planting, and improving them. The III. treateth of the kitchin garden, and of the great variety of plants propagated for food or for any culinary uses: ... To the great improvement of every sort of land, as well for use and profit as for ornament and delight. Illustrated with sculptures, representing the form of gardens, according to the newest models