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Hibiscus Other / Books

Hibiscus: Hardy and Tropical Plants for the Garden

Hardy and Tropical Plants for the Garden | Hibiscuses have entered an era of increasing popularity as garden designers and home gardeners rediscover the fine attributes of these wonderful plants. Here is the only book that covers the species and cultivars of the genus Hibiscus completely and in detail. …

Capsicum pubescens - Rocoto Plants / Other

Capsicum pubescens - Rocoto

Synonyms: Brachistus lanceifolius, Capsicum annuum var. violaceum, Capsicum lanceifolium, Capsicum violaceum Capsicum pubescens is a species of the genus Capsicum (pepper), known as rukutu, ruqutu (Quechua, hispanicized rocoto) and luqutu (Aymara, hispanicized locoto) and in Mexico known as the Manzano …

Pleiospilos bolusii - Living Rock Cactus Plants / Sukulents, Cactuses

Pleiospilos bolusii - Living Rock Cactus

The genus Pleiospilos is comprised of four species and four subspecies. The genus name is derived from the greek words pleios (full) and spilos (dots), which refers to the many dots on the plants. The plants are also known as kwaggavy (Quagga mesemb), lewerplant (liver plant), lewervygie (liver mesemb), …

Dogwoods Other / Books

Dogwoods: The Genus Cornus

The Genus Cornus | Dogwood trees and shrubs are unquestionably among the superstars of the ornamental garden. Although cornelian cherry (Cornus mas) and common dogwood (C. sanguinea) have been grown in Europe since ancient times, it is only since the age of exploration in the 18th and 19th centuries …

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Masja' - Bigleaf Hydrangea Plants / Deciduous Shrubs

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Masja' - Bigleaf Hydrangea

Masja Bigleaf Hydrangea - Hydrangea macrophylla Masja | Family: Hydrangaceae | (Hydran-gea: Greek for water-vessel, from shape of capsules) | Hydrangea is a fascinating genus of plants with remarkable diversity. It includes vines, shrubs, trees and semi-herbaceous plants, many with outstanding ornamental …

Hippeastrum 'Lady Jane' - Amaryllis Plants / Bulbs

Hippeastrum 'Lady Jane' - Amaryllis

Amaryllis Lady Jane Apricot rose with a faint stripe of white. Holland s finest strain produces more huge flowers per bulb than any other strain. The spectacular breathtaking beauty of the brilliant colors must be seen to be believed. Blooms over 8 across. …

Hellebores Other / Books

Hellebores: A Comprehensive Guide

A Comprehensive Guide | A mere 10 years ago, hellebores were considered connoisseurs plants-subdued in coloration, hard to find, and the subject of much snobbery. Today, however, they are among the hottest perennials, thanks to their early bloom, long-lasting flowers, shade tolerance, handsome foliage, …

Bulbophyllums and Their Allies Other / Books

Bulbophyllums and Their Allies: A Grower's Guide

A Grower s Guide | This is the first book devoted solely to bulbophyllums, a very diverse group of orchids comprising the largest genus in the orchid family; it is an introductory guide for amateur and advanced orchid growers. The author focuses on those species likely to be cultivated, including 375 …

Protea Book Other / Books

Protea Book: A Guide to Cultivated Proteaceae

A Guide to Cultivated Proteaceae | This spectacular guidebook details most of the cultivated members of this intriguing family, from Banksia to Grevillea to Mimetes, not just the single genus Protea. The author s expertise and lifelong passion for proteas is clear in both the text descriptions and photographs …

Camellias Other / Books

Camellias: A Practical Gardening Guide (Practical Gardening Guides)

A Practical Gardening Guide (Practical Gardening Guides) | This highly illustrated, practical guide surveys the important species of the genus Camellia, as well as the numerous cultivars raised around the world. Comprehensive information and suggestions are given for selecting and cultivating these popular …

Primula Other / Books

Primula

This classic text has been updated and revised by the leading primulas expert. In terms of both the number of varieties grown and its popularity, Primula is one of the greatest garden genera. It is also among the largest and most widespread with approximately 430 species. …

Dendrobium and Its Relatives Other / Books

Dendrobium and Its Relatives

Dendrobium is an enormous orchid genus of more than 1000 species native to south Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and Oceania. They are highly popular among orchid growers for their beauty and diversity. This study by three plant scientists who are also active orchid growers presents more than 400 of …