Victory Garden Work Sheets, 1943/1945

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

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Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], Victory Garden Work Sheets, c.1943-1945, M2025-016, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
0.1 Cubic Feet 1 folder
Creator:
Beech-Nut Packing Company
Abstract:
This collection contains a group of worksheets related to starting and maintaining a Victory garden. The worksheets were created by Beech-Nut Packing Company of Canajoharie, NY, and likely date from around 1943-1945.
Language:
Materials in this collection are in English.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], Victory Garden Work Sheets, c.1943-1945, M2025-016, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection contains a group of worksheets related to starting and maintaining a Victory garden. The worksheets were created by Beech-Nut Packing Company of Canajoharie, NY, and likely date from around 1943-1945. Worksheets cover a wide range of topics, and include garden planning and organization, soil and pest management, details for growing selected vegetables, and additional suggested readings. The back of the packet of worksheets also includes several handwritten notes.

Acquisition information:
The Victory Garden Work Sheets were purchased by Special Collections and University Archives in 2024.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the Victory Garden Work Sheets were completed in February 2025.