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Azalea hinodegiri – see Azalea kurume hybrids 

 Item — Box: 7, Folder: 2
Identifier: Series I.

Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

Series I consists of black and white photographic prints mounted on 8.5-inch by 10.5-inch cards. Handwritten annotations on each card may include the image subject, date, plant variety name, location of the subject, and other remarks. Some of the cards have information on the reverse noting dates and names of purchasers who bought the rights to use the images in their publications. Image subjects cover many varieties of plants, flowers, trees, fruits, and vegetables, along with landscape plantings, horticultural processes, scenic views, parks, and related horticultural topics. Series I includes extensive sections on azaleas, gardens and gardening, narcissus, roses and tulips. Arranged alphabetically by plant name (either botanical or common) or subject term (e.g., foundation planting, garden, lawn, scenic views, etc.).

Dates

  • Creation: 1896-1963

Conditions Governing Access

The condition of the collection materials varies, with some in good condition while others are quite fragile. The glass and film negatives in Series II require preservation treatment and are currently unavailable for research use. There are no restrictions on the rest of the materials.

Contact Special Collections for access.

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the National Agricultural Library Special Collections Repository

Contact:
National Agricultural Library
10301 Baltimore Avenue
Room 309
Beltsville Maryland 20705 USA
301-504-5876