THE HISTORY OF THE NURSERY INDUSTRY IN CALIFORNIA FROM 1850-1976

BY Gordon J. Van Laan - Ph. D.  Professor of Plant and Soil Sciences, California State University, Chico

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The History Committee of the California Association of Nurserymen

Charles J. Burr, California Garden Supply Co., Chairman

James C. Perry, American Gardens - Perry's Plants

George S. Oki, Oki Nursery Company

The below book details the pioneers and key figures who shaped the industry, including A.P. Smith, Colonel James Lloyd La Fayette Warren, General John Bidwell, the Lewelling brothers, and various early San Francisco and San Jose nurseries. It also covers the challenges and developments, such as the introduction of new plants, business practices, and the industry's role in civic beautification. The author, Gordon J. Van Laan, was a Professor of Plant and Soil Sciences at California State University, Chico, and was deeply involved with the California Association of Nurserymen.