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Lotus corniculatus 'Golden Bird' - Bird's Foot Trefoil

Hippeastrum (714 readers)

Contributed by amazon 08.04 2007 on 10:10:50 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

The Gardeners Amaryllis (Royal Horticultural Society/Timber Press Plant Collectors Guides Series) | The hybrids of Hippeastrum, also known by gardeners as amaryllis, have long been popular indoor plants, their flamboyant blooms bringing cheer during the dark winter months. Published in association with the Royal Horticultural Society as part of our Plant Collector Guide series, this book for gardeners describes the astonishing range of hybrids now available and explains how to get the best resul ...

Hawthorns and Medlars (580 readers)

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Royal Horticultural Society / Timber Press Plant Collectors | Hawthorns and Medlars was the first in our Plant Collector Guide series, published in collaboration with the Royal Horticultural Society. Ideal for the avid gardener, horticulturist, and plant collector, these inspirational books provide an opportunity to learn about some lesser-known, but increasingly collectable genera. Most hawthorns are vastly underappreciated as ornamental subjects, but given their interesting biology, cultural h ...

The Hillier Manual of Trees and Shrubs (332 readers)

Contributed by amazon 21.01 2008 on 08:42:53 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

This book has sold over 200,000 copies and this latest edition features nearly 1000 new plant entries, as well as a complete update of Royal Horticultural Society Awards of Garden Merit. It is an erudite source of information as well as a handy look-up companion for every gardener. ...

Conifers: The Illustrated Encyclopedia (3164 readers)

Contributed by amazon 10.10 2006 on 18:36:02 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Landscape Journal This magnificent pictorial encyclopedia includes not only the latest cultivars but also rarities such as Wollemia nobilis , recently discovered in Australia. From towering redwoods photographed in their coastal habitat to recent dwarf varieties so popular in small gardens, conifers are presented in all their astonishing diversity. ...

American Rose Society Encyclopedia of Roses (669 readers)

Contributed by amazon 29.03 2007 on 11:12:38 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title

Featuring a fascinating history of the rose, origins of individual names, and a showcase of the worlds best-loved roses, the ARS Encyclopedia of Roses is a complete guide to the care and cultivation of more than 2,000 roses. ...

Chemistry in the Garden (575 readers)

Contributed by amazon 12.12 2007 on 09:57:03 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

The aim of this book is to describe some aspects of the chemistry and chemical ecology which are found in the garden. In the garden there are numerous interactions between plants, the soil and with other organisms in which chemistry plays a central mediating role. The discussion concerns several of the chemically and ecologically interesting compounds that are produced by common ornamental garden plants and vegetables and by the predators that attack them. Many chemists are amateur gardeners and ...

Hibiscus syriacus 'Blue Satin' - Rose of Sharon (1820 readers)

Contributed by amazon 05.07 2007 on 11:20:19 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

Family: Malvaceae (Hibis-cus: ancient Greek and Latin name, syri-acus: Syrian) Absolutely the best blue! Its large, singel, rich royal blue flowers are certain to draw attention. Blue Satin is a strong growing, uniform plant with rich color. Hybridized by Rien Verweij of the Netherlands. AWARDS: Award of Recommendation Royal Boskoop Horticulture Society. ...

Hibiscus syriacus 'Lavender Chiffon' - Rose of Sharon (781 readers)

Contributed by amazon 25.10 2007 on 09:36:59 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

(Hibis-cus: ancient Greek and Latin name, syri-acus: Syrian) A whole new look for Hardy Hibiscus! Large, single lavender flowers adorned with a lacy center to create an anemone-like bloom. Hybridized by Dr. Roderick Woods of England. AWARDS: Gold Medal Royal Boskoop Horticulture Society. Mail Order Gardening Association Green Thumb Award. ...

You Can Grow African Violets (598 readers)

Contributed by amazon 21.10 2007 on 11:56:51 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Have you ever killed an African violet? Kent and Joyce Stork killed their first violet too! They soon mastered the skills for growing the plant and eventually wrote for the African Violet Magazine, the official publication of the African Violet Society of America, Inc. for over ten years. Their column For Beginners explained the basic elements of growing violets in an entertaining and straightforward way that anyone could understand. ...

The Genus Paeonia (629 readers)

Contributed by amazon 07.04 2007 on 12:14:42 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Twenty-five species of the genus Paeonia are documented in these pages, including 40 subspecies and varieties. Also included herein is the closely related genus Glaucidium. With only two species, it will be of intense interest to peony fanciers. Waddick provides valuable information on growing peony species, with a full account of soil considerations, hardiness, propagation, and diseases and pests. ...

Buddlejas (772 readers)

Contributed by amazon 02.04 2007 on 10:50:50 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Royal Horticultural Society Plant Collector Guide | This authoritative book provides the first comprehensive coverage of the popular and varied genus Buddleja. Buddlejas are wonderful garden plants whose tolerance of drought, many soil conditions, and common pests ensures them a place in every garden. Highly attractive to butterflies, moths, and other insects, the flowers of buddlejas come in a huge range of shapes and colors. ...

Ferns for American Gardens (619 readers)

Contributed by amazon 10.04 2007 on 10:44:22 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Timber Press is proud to add John Mickels classic Ferns for American Gardens to its catalog. Unusual in its specific focus on cold-hardy ferns, the volume is based on Mickels personal experience as a scientist and curator of ferns at the New York Botanical Garden as well as his years as a home gardener. The bulk of the book is an encyclopedic treatment of more than 400 kinds of ferns with 360 color photos in addition to numerous black and white images. Useful appendices, including updated source ...

Cacti and Succulents (614 readers)

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An Illustrated Guide to the Plants and their Cultivation (Crowood Aviation S.) | An essential guide to cacti and other succulents, featuring 420 color photos and a wealth of information on the plants and their cultivation. Beautifully illustrated and highly accessible, this guide is both an instructive practical manual and a rich source of reference. More than 250 different species or genera and their natural habitats are profiled and illustrated. ...

RHS New Gardening (356 readers)

Contributed by amazon 28.11 2007 on 10:39:31 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

How to Garden in a Changing Climate | Britain’s Royal Horticultural Society is the authoritative source for gardening expertise, and their new guide to contemporary gardening gives gardeners, from first-timers to professionals, a definitive resource for horticultural advice. ...

Understanding Orchids (715 readers)

Contributed by amazon 30.03 2007 on 11:16:14 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Orchids are the largest family of plants in the world. With 30,000 known species, you could acquire a different orchid every day for eighty years and still not grow them all. Back in the realm of reality, readers of this beautiful book can quickly and easily find the orchids that are right for them -- which ones will thrive on a windowsill, which prefer artificial lights, and which need a greenhouse; which are for beginners, which for experts. ...

A to Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants (3410 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.11 2006 on 09:26:20 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

The most comprehensive, detailed, and lavishly illustrated guide to garden plants ever published, first published in 1997, has now been completely revised to include nearly 250 new plants and photos. The AHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants is an essential reference for all gardeners, from novices to experts. ...

An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Clematis (2269 readers)

Contributed by amazon 11.09 2006 on 12:40:26 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

With more than 800 Clematis species and cultivated varieties from which to choose, gardeners and growers have been inundated with options. Even more frustrating for some has been the absence of a single comprehensive reference with which to identify the numerous cultivars. ...

Modern Roses XI: The World Encyclopedia of Roses (614 readers)

Contributed by amazon 30.03 2007 on 11:35:01 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

This work, published previously by the American Rose Society (ARS), represents a listing of all officially registered rose cultivars globally. It will supersede the previous edition, Modern Roses X , published in 1993. ...

Satsuki Azaleas for Bonsai and Azalea Enthusiasts (773 readers)

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Bob Callaham provides us with something never before seen in English; a complete celebration of satsuki, rich with photographs, how-to instructions, fascinating facts, and an unrivaled encyclopedia of over 1,600 cultivars (this alone is worth the books price). All of this adds up to a rare treasure indeed. ...

Variegated Trees and Shrubs (972 readers)

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The Illustrated Encyclopedia | Once the subject of snobbery and derision, variegated plants are now among the more sought-after and collected treasures of garden connoisseurs. Whether marbled, dotted, splashed, or veined, variegated foliage never fails to catch the eye and to add excitement whatever the flowering season. Variegated Trees and Shrubs (which includes woody ground covers and vines as well) fills an important gap in the literature and provides valuable information on selections that ...