The Genus Lavandula Other / Books Long prized by the fragrance industry for its essential oils, the genus Lavandula is steadily increasing in popularity among gardeners and horticulturists worldwide. This is the first full treatment of this important genus to be undertaken since 1937. It treats 40 species and their cultivars and hybrids, … Contributed by amazon 09.04. 2007 19:45:17 (11451 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Botanical Latin Other / Books Botanical Latin is accepted by horticulturists and botanists everywhere as the medium for naming new plants, and botanical research is almost impossible without reference to the vast number of first descriptions in Latin — much information is available in no other language. For gardeners, too, a working … Contributed by amazon 06.04. 2007 10:21:40 (11173 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Aroids Other / Books Plants of the Arum Family | Originally published in 1988 as the first truly comprehensive review of one of the largest and most popular plant families, Aroids was enthusiastically welcomed by botanists and horticulturists alike for its attention to scientific detail and delightful writing style. Now … Contributed by amazon 08.04. 2007 09:49:43 (10089 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Winter-Flowering Shrubs Other / Books Gardeners, plant collectors, horticulturists, and landscape designers will find a valuable resource in this carefully selected plant directory of best performing winter-flowering shrubs. Readers will find daphnes, viburnums, witch hazels, and camellias to suit every taste and garden situation, as well … Contributed by amazon 12.04. 2007 10:26:46 (22574 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Conifers: The Illustrated Encyclopedia Other / Books 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 … Contributed by amazon 10.10. 2006 18:36:02 (23748 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Desirable Trees for the Midwest Other / Books Desirable Trees for the Midwest: 50 for the Home Landscape and Larger Properties Trees are the most important element in any well-designed landscape. In his book, Scott Zanon leads readers to fifty of his personal favorites and helps them make the best decisions based on beauty, hardiness, site location, … Contributed by amazon 22.09. 2016 14:13:15 (11877 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Armitage's Native Plants for North American Gardens Other / Books The popularity of native North American plants has soared in recent years, for many good reasons. Whatever draws you to native plants, you ll find no better or more authoritative guide than Allan Armitage. Widely acknowledged as one of the world s foremost horticulturists, Armitage describes more than … Contributed by amazon 03.04. 2007 11:05:41 (12529 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Hawthorns and Medlars Other / Books 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 … Contributed by amazon 13.04. 2007 08:35:12 (9832 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Tropical and Subtropical Trees Other / Books An Encyclopedia | This exhaustive, lavishly illustrated A-Z encyclopedia describes tropical and subtropical trees by their specific attributes and profiles, such as color, shape, texture, flowers, foliage, or fruit. It also includes a collection of useful quick-reference checklists that help gardeners, … Contributed by amazon 07.05. 2007 11:42:04 (11527 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Delia's Kitchen Garden Other / Books A Beginner s Guide to Growing and Cooking Fruit and Vegetables | Follow a year in the life of Delia’s kitchen garden while creating your own organic garden. With 56 enticing recipes and 300 colour photographs, it’s sure to be a labour of love. … Contributed by amazon 12.03. 2008 13:26:27 (16807 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Armitage's Garden Annuals Other / Books A Color Encyclopedia | Horticulturists, students, and dedicated home gardeners will be familiar with Armitage s authority on this topic from his more technical Manual of Annuals, Biennials, and Half-Hardy Perennials. That volume was singled out as a winner of the Choice Academic Book Award, the American … Contributed by amazon 04.04. 2007 10:26:19 (15309 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Trees for All Seasons Other / Books Broadleaved Evergreens for Temperate Climates | It s simple: broadleaved evergreens are trees that don t lose their leaves. And despite their versatility and beauty, they are often underused. Why? Most people, including knowledgeable gardeners, equate evergreens with conifers—and Christmas trees— … Contributed by amazon 04.02. 2010 11:11:27 (19866 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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The Colorado Gardener's Companion Other / Books An Insider s Guide to Gardening in the Centennial State (Gardening Series) | Detailed, easy-to-understand information about the ins and outs of gardening in Colorado, from a Colorado master gardener, with advice from state gardening writers, horticulturists, and other local experts. … Contributed by amazon 02.10. 2007 09:40:30 (16274 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Armitage's Manual of Annuals, Biennials and Half-Hardy Perennials Other / Books Annuals are experiencing a resurgence as today s gardeners demand a wider variety of options. No longer confined to monotone bedding plants, dozens of unusual annuals are now available at garden centers in colors and forms far removed from the classic annual bed of pink petunias or red geraniums. … Contributed by amazon 04.04. 2007 10:39:33 (12471 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Lives of Conifers Other / Books A comparative account of the coniferous trees indigenous to Northeastern North America | What are the lives of trees, of conifers, like?... How do seedlings establish and develop into saplings? How do some seedlings stay alive for decades, marking time in the deep shade of the forest? How do the distinctive … Contributed by amazon 14.05. 2007 08:48:17 (16920 readers) Match on Article's text | |
The Informed Gardener Other / Books In this introduction to sustainable landscaping practices, Linda Chalker-Scott addresses the most common myths and misconceptions that plague home gardeners and horticultural professionals. Chalker-Scott offers invaluable advice to gardeners gardeners who have wondered: … Contributed by amazon 08.04. 2008 09:11:07 (15905 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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A to Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants Other / Books 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 … Contributed by amazon 14.11. 2006 09:26:20 (27428 readers) Match on Article's text | |
