Download or read book Lilies written by Michael Jefferson-Brown and published by Timber Press (OR). This book was released on 2002-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our popular ongoing Gardener's Guide series offers first-rate authors, an approach that is neither superficial nor overly technical, and excellent photographs.
Download or read book The Gardener s Guide to Growing Lilies written by Michael Jefferson-Brown and published by David & Charles Publishers. This book was released on 1995 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Garden Cinderellas written by Helen Morgenthau Fox and published by . This book was released on 2012-09-01 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Growing Lilies written by Dr Philip Ortner and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-11-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting world of Growing Lilies, a book that unfolds like a blooming flower, revealing the secrets and wonders of cultivating these exquisite blossoms. In this literary masterpiece, the author intricately weaves together the art and science of growing lilies, transforming a seemingly simple act into a profound experience. As you turn the pages, you'll discover the delicate balance between tender care and the resilience of nature. The narrative dances between the hands-on wisdom of seasoned gardeners and the fascinating botanical insights that breathe life into the lily's journey from bulb to breathtaking bloom. Each chapter is a tapestry of horticultural expertise and personal anecdotes, creating a harmonious blend of practical advice and heartfelt passion. Growing Lilies is not just a guide; it's a celebration of the timeless allure that these flowers bring to our lives. Whether you're a novice gardener eager to cultivate your first lily or a seasoned enthusiast seeking to deepen your connection with these floral wonders, this book offers something for everyone. The prose is as lush as the gardens it describes, making it a delightful read for both the green-thumbed and those simply yearning for a glimpse into the magic of floral cultivation. With vivid descriptions and a poetic touch, Growing Lilies invites you to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature's artistry. Prepare to be inspired, educated, and captivated by the transformative power of growing lilies - a journey that transcends gardening and becomes a metaphor for the blossoming moments in our own lives.
Download or read book Lilies written by Pamela McGeorge and published by Firefly Books Limited. This book was released on 2004 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory guide to growing hundreds of species and varieties of lilies, and provides practical advice on how to plant, propagate, cultivate and landscape lilies.
Download or read book The Kew Gardener s Guide to Growing Bulbs written by Richard Wilford and published by Frances Lincoln. This book was released on 2019-09-03 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The new Kew guide to planting and cultivating bulbs features 12 easy and inspiring projects, detailed information on 66 of the most important species to grow, accompanied by Kew's beautiful botanical illustrations. With expert advice from Kew bulb expert Richard Wilford and the Kew Gardens team, this is the ultimate companion to growing and planting with bulbs. In this book Richard Wilford shows the key differences between bulbs, corms and tubers, he explains the importance of planting times and techniques, he explains simple methods for propagation, as well as planting instructions for growing in borders, within grassy areas or in containers. He identifies the most popular flowering times and provides bulbs of interest all year round. He presents all the important bulbs, from winter snowdrops, crocuses, cyclamen, hyacinths, irises; spring daffodils, tulips, snowflakes, lily-of-the-valley; summer alliums, lilies, agapanthus, foxtail lily; as well as autumn snowflakes, colchicum, cyclamen and amaryllis. The 12 special projects are broad and attractive. They comprise: how to grow and display ornamental onions; how to plant hippeastrums indoors on a windowsill; how to establish a carpet of anemones; how to layer bulbs in containers 'lasagne' style; how to plant a drift of snake's head fritillaries; how to establish bulbs in a shady border; how to design a spring bulb extravaganza; how to make a cutting patch for bulbs; how to grow tulips from seed; how to naturalise autumn-flowering bulbs; how to establish a winter bulb garden; and how to time a three-month display of tulips. Bulb problems and pests easily handled in the troubleshooting section, and a handy checklist of what to do when guides growers throughout the year. The Kew Gardener's Guide to Growing Bulbs is part of the Kew Gardener's Guide to Growing series and is accompanied by Growing Herbs, Growing House Plants, Growing Vegetables, Growing Orchids and Growing Fruit. The only book you'll need to grow more than 66 species, beautifully, practically, successfully.
Download or read book Growing Calla Lilies written by Lucky James and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-11 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains a step by step guide on how to grow and care for Calla lilies. Everything you need to know about Calla lilies is contain in this book; the best varieties of Calla lilies, pest and disease control in Calla lilies, Soil requirement, light requirement, water requirement, How to grow Calla lilies in containers, Calla lilies propagation, etc. This book contains everything about growing Calla lilies.
Download or read book Lilies written by Andrew Mikolajski and published by Southwater. This book was released on 2014-01-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Renowned for their magnificent displays and powerful fragrance, lilies are the most regal of all summer bulbs. Traditionally, many lilies were connoisseurs' plants, but extensive interbreeding has created a whole range of sumptuous hybrids that are surprisingly easy to grow. Lilies look wonderful grown in borders or in containers on the patio or terrace, and this book explains how to buy, cultivate and plant them successfully. A history section explores the rise in popularity of the lily, and a sumptuously illustrated directory features 60 of the most beautiful varieties. The book will ensure a thriving collection of these intoxicating flowers in your garden.
Download or read book Lilies written by Michael Jefferson-Brown and published by Rizzoli International Publications. This book was released on 2004 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lilies are among the most glamorous and exotic of plants, yet they are surprisingly easy to cultivate in a wide range of temperate climates -there is a lily perfect for almost every region in North America! The lily's increasing popularity as both a cut flower and a garden subject is well deserved, and this handsome volume combines the flower's unrivaled visual allure with a wealth of practical information on growing and gardening with these romantic garden favorites. The book is organized into three main sections. The introduction examines the history of lilies and explores their versatility in the garden. The second section, "Choosing Lilies," is a photographic portrait gallery of over 100 different lilies, capturing their essential beauty and showcasing the vast range of flower forms and colors. The third section, "Growing Lilies," contains a wealth of practical information on planting, nurturing, and propagating lilies with clear, step-by-step photographs.
Download or read book Lilies for English Gardens A Guide for Amateurs written by Gertrude Jekyll and published by . This book was released on 2018-12-14 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This vintage book contains a fantastic guide to the garden lily, with a focus on growing them in England. It contains detailed descriptions of some of the major varieties of this lovely flower, as well as many chapters on such subjects as how to choose the best lilies for your garden, how to prune and propagate, different ways to grow them, and much more. "Lilies for English Gardens" will be of utility to gardeners with an interest in growing these flowers, and it would make for a worthy addition to allied collections of literature. Contents include: "Lilies as Classified," "Lilium Gigantrum," "Lilum Tigrinum," "Lilum Philadelphicum," "Lilium Canadense," "Some Beautiful Ways of Growing Lilies," "Lilies in the Rock Garden," "Lilies in Pots in Outdoor Groups," "Lilies as Cut Flowers," "Lilies for Town Gardens," "How Lilies do in Different Parts of England," etc. Gertrude Jekyll (1843 - 1932) was a British garden designer, horticulturist, photographer, craftswoman, artist, and writer. She is responsible for designing and creating over 400 gardens in the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States, as well as writing more than 1,000 articles for related magazines. She is credited with having had a significant influence on gardening by both British and American enthusiasts. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of gardening.
Download or read book Mastering the Art of Flower Gardening written by Matt Mattus and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2020-03-10 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get garden-tested guidance for beautiful blooms with this comprehensive, practical, and gorgeously illustrated study of the art of growing flowers. In Mastering the Art of Flower Gardening, author Matt Mattus offers expert tips on growing both annuals and biennials (including native and heirloom species) based on his decades of first-hand experience in his own garden and greenhouse, made popular on his blog Growing with Plants. Accompanied by lush photography, every variety or species presented includes detailed information and tips that go beyond the very basic information typically available on the seed packet or a nursery tag. You’ll discover: Basic growing methods, including how to start seeds, soil, sowing, hardening off, transplanting, and growing on. Advice for growing a wide range of different flowers, organized by blooming season, including annuals from seed, summer bulbs, vines such as wisteria, and even blooming shrubs like lilacs. In-depth profiles for a selection of flowers that include more-detailed growing techniques along with their histories and varieties. Pro tips, including how to grow challenging annual poppies and biennials from seed and forcing flowers for winter blooms. Just a small selection of the flowers covered: heirloom and exhibition chrysanthemums, larkspurs and annual poppies, delphiniums, peonies, lilacs, and wisteria. Bulbs include spring and summer bulbs such as anemone, ranunculus, tulips, lilies, gladiolus, and cut flower dahlias, while winter indoor bulbs cover every aspect of forcing bulbs indoors like narcissus, amaryllis, South African bulbs—and even how to force Lily of the Valley. Whether you’re interested in raising a small cut-flower garden, enhancing your flower border or containers, or just admiring the beauty of flowers, Mattus has it covered.
Download or read book Gardener s Guide To The Blackberry Lily written by Paul R. Wonning and published by Mossy Feet Books. This book was released on 1901 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written for gardeners by a gardener Gardener‘s Guide to the Perennial Blackberry Lily relates how to grow the leopard flower in the flower garden. From seed to division, learn how to propagate this wonderful perennial plant. blackberry lily, leopard, flower, guide, garden, perennial, full sun
Download or read book Lilies for English Gardens written by Gertrude Jekyll and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-12-27 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This special edition of 'Lilies for English Gardens: A Guide for Amateur Lily Growers' was written by Gertrude Jekyll and first published in 1903, making it well over a century old. The book covers topics like Lilies As Classified, Some Beautiful Ways of Growing Lilies, Lilies in the Rock Garden, Lilies As Cut Flowers, Protection From Spring Frost, Lilies for Different Soils, and more. Also discusses various Lily sub-genuses. A wonderful old book for all Lily growers, especially those starting out. IMPORTANT NOTE - Please read BEFORE buying! THIS BOOK IS A REPRINT. IT IS NOT AN ORIGINAL COPY. This book is a reprint edition and is a perfect facsimile of the original book. It is not set in a modern typeface and has not been digitally enhanced. As a result, some characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections, blurring, or minor shadows in the page background. This book appears exactly as it did when it was first printed. DISCLAIMER: Due to the age of this book, some methods or practices may have been deemed unsafe or unacceptable in the interim years. In utilizing the information herein, you do so at your own risk. We republish antiquarian books without judgment, solely for their historical and cultural importance, and for educational purposes. If purchasing a book more than 50 years old, especially for a minor, please use due diligence and vet the text before gifting.
Download or read book The Kew Gardener s Guide to Growing Fruit written by Kay Maguire and published by White Lion Publishing. This book was released on 2019-09-03 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A combination of botanical beauty and practical advice in The Kew Gardener’s Guide to Growing Fruit will inspire beginners and experienced growers to love and grow their own fruit. From growing from seed to harvesting, the projects will bring the wonderful world of fruit to life and produce confident, keen growers wanting to expand their experience of growing their own.
Download or read book Glorious Shade written by Jenny Rose Carey and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2017-05-16 with total page 762 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A practical guide to maintaining a shade garden with a useful calendar of seasonal tasks, plant directory and inspiring design ideas.” —Gardens Illustrated Shade is one of the most common garden concerns homeowner’s have, but with the right plant knowledge, you can learn to embrace shade as an opportunity instead of an obstacle. In Glorious Shade, Jenny Rose Carey celebrates the benefits of shade and shows you how to make the most of it. This information-rich, hardworking guide is packed with everything you need to successfully garden in the shadiest corners of a yard. You'll learn how to determine what type of shade you have and how to choose the right plants for the space. The book also shares design and maintenance tips that are key to growing a successful shade garden. Stunning color photographs offer design inspiration and reveal the beauty of shade-loving plants.
Download or read book Lilies for English Gardens written by Gertrude Jekyll and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Growing Lilies written by Robert C Janice and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-05-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Unlock the secrets to flourishing lily gardens with this comprehensive guide! Delve into the rich history and cultural significance of these majestic flowers while mastering every aspect of cultivation. From selecting the perfect varieties to nurturing healthy growth, combating pests, and designing breathtaking landscapes, embark on a journey through the vibrant world of lilies. Whether you're a novice gardener or a seasoned enthusiast, this book offers invaluable insights and practical advice to cultivate stunning blooms year-round. Discover the art, science, and magic of growing lilies and transform your garden into a haven of elegance and beauty. Your ultimate resource awaits, promising endless inspiration and a flourishing future in lily cultivation."
