Carnations and Pinks - Rilegato

McGeorge, Pamela; Hammett, Keith

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 1552975541 ISBN 13: 9781552975541

Casa editrice: Firefly Books Ltd, 2002

Riassunto

In Carnations and Pinks authors Pamela McGeorge and Keith Hammett provide gardeners with a comprehensive guide to growing and enjoying the genus Dianthus. This book includes:

history and outline of the genus
Dianthus species
planting ideas
displaying carnations indoors
advice on cultivation, propagation and hybridizing
remedies for pests, diseases and disorders
beautiful full color photographs

The authors include information on the newest cultivars and the people who developed them, along with dozens of recommendations of their favorite carnations and pinks for all growing conditions. Also included are nursery sources, a bibliography, hardiness zones and a full index.

Su questo libro

L'autore:

Pamela McGeorge is a freelance writer and magazine editor with a passionate interest in gardening. Her own garden features many Dianthus, which thrive in the hot dry conditions.

Keith Hammett is a widely recognized breeder of ornamental plants, including Dianthus, sweet peas and dahlias. Keith's compact, repeat-flowering pinks are now widely grown in North America, the U.K. and Australasia.

Russell McGeorge has been a photographer for 25 years, and specializes in garden photography and landscapes.

Product Description:

Book by McGeorge Pamela Hammett Keith

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Firefly Books Ltd
• Data di pubblicazione: 2002
• ISBN 10: 1552975541
• ISBN 13: 9781552975541
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida