Arbor Day And Wisconsin Trees

By Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Book Overview

Arbor Day and Wisconsin Trees is a book published in 1893 by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the trees of Wisconsin, their characteristics, and their uses. It also includes information on the history and significance of Arbor Day, a holiday dedicated to the planting and care of trees.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on Arbor Day, explaining its origins and purpose, as well as providing suggestions for how to celebrate the holiday. It also includes a list of recommended trees for planting in Wisconsin, along with tips for how to care for them.The second part of the book is a detailed guide to the trees of Wisconsin. It includes descriptions and illustrations of over 100 species of trees, including their leaves, bark, fruit, and flowers. Each entry also includes information on the tree's habitat, distribution, and uses, such as for lumber, fuel, or medicine.Arbor Day and Wisconsin Trees is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, ecology, or forestry of Wisconsin. It provides a wealth of information on the state's trees, as well as practical advice for how to plant and care for them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120157382
• ISBN13: 9781120157386
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"