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Vintage Wayne Nurseries Newark NY Descriptive Plate Book Nursery Salesman Sample
This rare, antique Descriptive Plate Book features stunning illustrations in "Natural Colors," originally used by The Wayne Nurseries, Inc. in Newark, Wayne County, New York. This salesman’s sample book was designed to showcase high-grade nursery stock to homeowners, illustrating how professional landscaping could transform a "bare, bleak" house into a true "HOME".
Product Highlights
• Vibrant Botanical Illustrations: Includes detailed, color-process plates of flowers such as Coreopsis, Gaillardia, Clematis Paniculata, and Clematis Jackmani.
• Rose & Shrub Varieties: Features high-quality prints of roses like F. J. Grootendorst and descriptions for Mme. Caroline Testout and Mrs. Aaron Ward.
• Educational Descriptions: Each plate is accompanied by a descriptive page detailing plant characteristics, growth heights, and care instructions for varieties like Evergreen Bittersweet (Euonymus Radicans Vegetus) and Boston Ivy.
• Landscape Inspiration: Contains unique "Before and After Planting" photographic effects showing the dramatic impact of nursery stock on residential curb appeal.
Specifications
• Publisher: The Wayne Nurseries, Inc.
• Origin: Newark, New York.
• Condition: Used/Vintage. The book shows wear consistent with age, including some fraying on the green cloth binding at the top.
• Featured Plants: Gladioli, Campanula, Delphinium, Golden Glow, Digitalis, and more.
There are over 75 bright color pictures and all are in great condition with only very minor wear. I have taken a few pictures, but if you want more, please don't hesitate to ask. Book measures about 5.75" x 8.75". 200 pages.We pack with care for safe delivery.
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