Download or read book Encyclopedia of Hydrangeas written by Cornelis Johannes Gelderen and published by Timber Press (OR). This book was released on 2004 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This lavishly illustrated book with 795 photographs offers thorough coverage of more than 1000 hydrangea species, subspecies, varieties, and cultivars.
Download or read book Hydrangeas written by Toni Lawson-Hall and published by Timber Press (OR). This book was released on 1995 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are gardens for every hydrangea, and hydrangeas for virtually every garden in a temperate climate. This book shows the enormous possibilities offered by hydrangeas as garden shrubs, and helps with the identification of around 80 of the most readily available cultivars. The book is in two sections. In the first chapter the history and natural distribution of hydrangeas are outlined, and the general characteristics described. The 13 species most commonly grown in cultivation are described in detail, with special attention to the naming problems of H. macrophylla cultivars. The chapter on cultivation covers all aspects of care in relation to sun/shade, wind, frost and moisture, and examines colour changes related to soil type. Propagation is fully explained, and there are suggestions for inclusion of the shrubs in gardens of various sizes. This section's final chapter covers other uses for hydrangeas. The second section describes over 80 cultivars in detail. Each has at least one colour photograph, photocopies of actual leaves and sepals, a list of salient characteristics and a general description. This unique combination of all the available information is full enough to facilitate identification.
Download or read book Hydrangeas for American Gardens written by Michael A Dirr and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-25 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originating in Japan, the hydrangea is a classic of the American garden. Flowering shrubs enthusiasts love the iconic beauty of their long-lasting blooms and their adept growth in varied environments. Whatever your experience with this lavish species, Dirr offers practical "hands-in-the soil" advice based on years of experience and research.
Download or read book Success with Hydrangeas written by Lorraine Ballato and published by . This book was released on 2017-10-31 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a garden includes hydrangeas you can count on months of consistent carefree color. This book gives tips for knowledgable and novice gardeners alike on how to grow this favorite garden shrub, including: -When and how to fertilize-When to transplant-How to propagate-When and how to pruneAnd so much more!
Download or read book Dirr s Encyclopedia of Trees and Shrubs written by Michael A. Dirr and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2016-03-17 with total page 952 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 3500 photographs. Over 380 genera. More than 3700 species and cultivars. Dirr's Encyclopedia of Trees and Shrubs is the most comprehensive visual reference to more than 3700 species and cultivars. From majestic evergreens to delicate vines and flowering shrubs, Dirr features thousands of plants and all the essential details for identification, planting, and care. Color photographs show each tree's habit in winter, distinctive bark patterns, fall color, and more. Dirr's Encyclopedia of Trees and Shrubs is a critical addition to any garden library.
Download or read book Hydrangeas written by Toni Lawson-Hall and published by B. T. Batsford Limited. This book was released on 1995 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Hydrangeas written by and published by . This book was released on 1950 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Hydrangeas for American Gardens written by Michael A. Dirr and published by Varsity PressInc. This book was released on 2005-01-30 with total page 921 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This photographic companion to Michael Dirr's groundbreaking book offers 921 beautiful photographs of virtually every type of hydrangea. Including the most up-to-date nomenclature for all species and cultivars pictured, the software includes unique sign-making features perfect for nursery use. The high-resolution photographs are printable in five sizes and can be grouped together for personal lists or note-taking. Identification quizzes allow any user to master hydrangea naming.
Download or read book The Hydrangea written by Maurice Foster and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2023-12-04 with total page 681 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The genus Hydrangea goes far beyond the colourful and ubiquitous Hortensia of a million suburban front gardens; it offers a remarkable diversity and versatility, with attractive planting choices for gardens everywhere. From the tough mountain species that can take up to -30C in their stride, to the warm temperate lianas that can top twenty metres into a tree, different species are now being brought into play by breeders to provide new cultivars at a bewildering rate. This book picks up this challenge, helping readers choose the best hydrangeas for their particular gardens, no matter what the soil or situation.
Download or read book Nantucket Hydrangeas written by Renee Pembroke and published by . This book was released on 2013-04-24 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A linen covered photographic book with detailed information regarding hydrangeas. The book has a complete index listing all plants included in photographs.
Download or read book Taylor s Encyclopedia of Garden Plants written by Frances Tenenbaum and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2003 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With descriptions of more than 1,000 species, hundreds of line drawings, and 1,200 color photos, the "Taylor's Encyclopedia of Garden Plants" will be as useful 20 years from now as it is today.
Download or read book Horticultural Reviews Volume 49 written by Ian Warrington and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-11-09 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Horticultural Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on topics in horticultural science and technology covering both basic and applied research. Topics covered include the horticulture of fruits, vegetables, nut crops, and ornamentals. These review articles, written by world authorities, bridge the gap between the specialized researcher and the broader community of horticultural scientists and teachers.
Download or read book The Timber Press Encyclopedia of Flowering Shrubs written by Jim Gardiner and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2014-11-19 with total page 437 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rich attributes including vibrant color, fragrance, and sheer variety of form make flowering shrubs the most rewarding of garden plants, but this vast group with its scores of tempting plants — including abutilons, camellias, viburnums, and witch hazels — requires careful navigation. Leading expert on woody plants Jim Gardiner has distilled several decades of knowledge and experience into The Timber Press Encyclopedia of Flowering Shrubs, an incomparable pictorial reference of hardy shrubs that excel in temperate-zone gardens. This highly illustrated guide (with 2000 high-quality images) features more than 1700 plants organized alphabetically by botanical name and readily accessed using the common name index. Gardiner has chosen the best flowering shrubs for gardeners, from the Abelia, Buddleja, and Camellia to the Xanthoceras, Yucca, and Zanthoxylum. Essential horticultural notes accompany each entry and include expected height and spread after 10 years, season of flowering, preferred position, soil and pruning requirements, USDA hardiness zone rating, and more. With wise selection and care, flowering shrubs can be the making of a garden irrespective of its size, location, or the time of year. This important new book is the essential reference on the subject that no discerning horticulturist, landscape designer, or gardener should consider being without.
Download or read book Plant Partners written by Jessica Walliser and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2020-12-22 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Companion planting has a long history of use by gardeners, but the explanation of why it works has been filled with folklore and conjecture. Plant Partners delivers a research-based rationale for this ever-popular growing technique, offering dozens of ways you can use scientifically tested plant partnerships to benefit your whole garden. Through an enhanced understanding of how plants interact with and influence each other, this guide suggests specific plant combinations that improve soil health and weed control, decrease pest damage, and increase biodiversity, resulting in real and measurable impacts in the garden.
Download or read book Lilacs written by John L. Fiala and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covers all aspects of the selection, growth, and propagation of lilacs along with information on their landscape use, companion plants, and the history and origin of each lilac species.
Download or read book Hydrangeas written by Joan Harrison and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Moisture-loving hydrangeas find a perfect environment on Cape Cod and the Islands. The photographs in this book offer a look at the beautiful hydrangeas of all varieties that thrive here.
Download or read book Hydrangeas for American Gardens written by Michael Dirr and published by Echo Point Books & Media. This book was released on 2020-06-20 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originating in Japan, the hydrangea is a classic of the American garden. Flowering shrubs enthusiasts love the iconic beauty of their long-lasting blooms and their adept growth in varied environments. Whatever your experience with this lavish species, Dirr offers practical "hands-in-the soil" advice based on years of experience and research.
