Diagram of John Wilson’s Orchard and list of trees

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At the time of this diagram (circa 1829) John Wilson’s orchard consisted of 26 fruit and nut trees. Dominated by apple varieties for eating, cooking, and for cider, the orchard also contained a catalpa tree at the far southwestern edge of the plot, a hops vine, a Madeira nut tree, and various other fruits.

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Item typePersonal Documents
AuthorWilson, Colonel John
Date1829-06-02
PlaceDeerfield, Massachusetts
TopicAgriculture, Farming
EraNational Expansion and Reform, 1816–1860
MaterialPaper
Process/FormatHandwriting
Dimension detailsProcess Material: manuscript, paper, ink Height: 8.00 in Width: 6.50 in
Catalog #L00.004
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Wilson, Colonel John. Diagram of John Wilson’s Orchard and list of trees. June 2, 1829. Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, American Centuries. https://americancenturies.org/collection/l00-004/. Accessed on October 10, 2024.

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