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Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Bulbs
ISBN : 0903505428
Covers a whole range of bulbs which can provide indoor and outdoor displays all the year round.
Author : Richard Wilford,Kew Royal Botanic Gardens
Publisher : Frances Lincoln
Page : 147 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-03
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780711247178
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.
Author : Editors of Creative Homeowner
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 749 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2018-07-25
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781607655299
A stunning flower garden that blooms throughout the seasons depends on the artful combination of annuals, perennials, and bulbs. This book shows how to grow plants from the “great garden triumvirate” and provides foolproof design techniques for any garden or landscape.
Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0903505355
The House Plant Expert is one of the books in the Expert series written by the world's best-selling gardening author. Quite simply, the best-selling gardening book in the world. Over a million copies have been sold in the U.S, and nearly 14 million worldwide. According to one reviewer - "after the Bible, the best-selling reference book of all time." In a basketful of countries it has taught people how to choose and care for their indoor plants. Its style of dealing with each plant with drawings, photographs and no-nonsense text has become a legend in the publishing world. If you have house plants (and who doesn't?) you need this book.
Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0903505630
Sets out what you need to know in order to look after your garden. This title shows you how to care for wildlife, the environment and your own well-being. It shows you how to choose the right plants for the right place, and how to plant and care for flowers, trees, shrubs, fruit, vegetables and wild flowers.
Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0903505568
Take the EXPERT with you anywhere! The world's best-selling gardening series...written by the world's best-selling gardening author...in a handy carry-it-anywhere, at-your-fingertips format! With over 43,000,000 copies of the EXPERT books in print, it's very clear that gardeners depend on these detail-filled guides for choosing, cultivating, and caring for plants of many kinds. Become a "pocket-carrying" expert, too--with compact versions of the full-size manuals that give you on-the-spot information. * At the nursery and trying to decide what flower, shrub, or tree to buy? Just pull the book from your pocket or purse, and see in an instant which ones suit your soil, climate, current layout--and lifestyle too. * In the park or public garden and want to identify a specimen that's caught your eye? The "encyclopedia"'s right there so you can look it up. * Working in the backyard and concerned your favorite plant might have a disease or pest? Wonder if what's sprouting is a bothersome weed? Don't wait: you can take care of those troubles ASAP when you have the facts in a flash. Every one is in full color, with easy-to-use directories. You won't want to go anywhere without them!
Author : Stephanie Mahon
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 644 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2022-03-15
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780744063226
Brighten your garden all year round with a wide variety of bulbs. Winter, spring, summer or autumn — this is the seasonal gardening guide to growing bulbs for you. If you’re a beginner gardener, you’ll find this gardening book filled with expert advice about when to plant, how to plant — and even how to grow your flowers indoors incredibly useful. Gardening success is simple when you have the right guidance! This fuss-free book about gardening shows you how to grow more than 60 bulb varieties in various conditions. Inside, you’ll find: • Practical gardening advice for first-time gardeners • Tips on household and indoor gardening • Jargon-free guidance on the most interesting aspects of gardening • Ways to grow bulbs: Covering the definition of a bulb, planting bulbs, growing bulbs, lifting and storing • Low-cost gardening advice: Finding easy plants for free • Caring for bulbs and combating common problems, pests and diseases Ideal for first-time gardeners, this garden book is brimming with all you need to know about planting flowers at home. If year-round color and a fresh aroma quicken your gardener’s heart, then you will love planting and cultivating bulbs. Learn how to plant, care for and divide your seasonal blooms, create stunning gardening displays, including naturalistic drifts and eye-catching containers. Choose from a huge range of bulbs, corms and tubers with this gardening reference book's seasonal directory. Grow Bulbs explains which garden bulbs to plant now, plus how to keep them growing and happy! With practical, jargon-free know-how, this easy-to-use book has everything you need to know to help you plant and nurture selections like tulips, hyacinths, lily of the valley, freesia and peonies. Expand your home garden through the DK Grow Series. Each book is packed with insights about growing various plants, vegetables, and fruit — and how to keep them flourishing. Add titles like Grow Easy Veg, Grow Eco-Gardening, and Grow Pest & Diseases to your book collection.
Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Bedding Plants
ISBN : 0903505452
An illustrated guide to buying, raising and using bedding plants.
Author : Anna Pavord
Publisher : Mitchell Beazley
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2009-11-01
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1845335325
A personal selection and authoritative guide to the most beautiful bulbs on the earth. The publication of Anna Pavord's guide to her favorite bulbs, corms, and tubers is an event to be celebrated. Here, the world famous author of The Tulip, selects 540 favorite bulbs, more bulbs than and gardener could grow in a lifetime. Easy-to-grow, generally inexpensive and highly accessible, bulbs are readily available from many outlets. From acis, anemones and arums to zantedeschia, zephyranthes, and zigadenus, this alphabetical collection provides inspiration, insight, anecdote, and helpful advice. Special photography reveals the glory of each bulb, explaining flowering size, height, planting depth and requires soil and climatic conditions. This gorgeous book, a complete deluxe package, will appeal to gardeners as the world's most authoritative and affordable reference work on bulbs.
Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0903505312
The essential guide to growing all types of fruit. Everything you need to know about: Choosing the best apples, pears and plums for your garden. Planting and caring for tree fruit. Buying and growing soft fruit. Getting the best taste from your fruit. How to prune. Dealing with fruit problems and pests. Shop-bought fruit. Reliable, easy-to-follow advice and information from EXPERT books - the world's best-selling gardening series.
Author : Christine Skelmersdale
Publisher : Crowood
Page : 574 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2013-08-01
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781847976666
Bulbs are always a delight for gardeners, whether used to burst freely in drifts or caught to add colour and exuberance within a border or container. This book captures that sense of joy by celebrating the potential of bulbs throughout the year. Organized into seasons, it gives practical advice on growing and - especially - choosing bulbs for the garden. Practical - how and where to grow, planting for succession. Comprehensive - detailed listing of the most common and interesting bulbs. Inspirational - ideas for the ordinary gardener and detailed reference for the more experienced. Illustrated with over 400 glorious photographs of bulbs in settings and as close-ups - this book will be a treasure house of ideas and advice for all gardeners. This lavish book provides a detailed reference to be enjoyed equally by those simply wanting to dip into its pages and those seeking a longer overview of bulbs in the garden. It is arranged into seasons and gives practical advice on growing and choosing bulbs. Gloriously illustrated with over 400 photographs of bulbs both in close-ups and in settings. Christine Skelmersdale is a leading bulb expert with over forty years experience growing and showing bulbs both commerically and privately.
Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1864 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1952
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UOM:39015036023904
Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0903505436
An abundance of full-color photos and illustrations offers inspiration by showcasing successful arrangements, as well as providing visual instructions to complement the helpful, reader-friendly text. Detailed listings offer hundreds of suggestions for plants that will thrive.
Author : Art Wolk
Publisher : AAB Book Publishing Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Bulbs (Plant anatomy)
ISBN : 0972973052
You can grow tulips, daffodils, crocuses, and the rest of their spring-blooming brethren indoors, all winter long, when the view outside your window reveals snow, sleet, or icy rain. Instead, imagine your windowsills filled with an array of dazzling flowers. In this informative and entertaining book, famed bulb forcer Art Wolk humorously reveals the secrets he's used for three decades to win silver cups and baskets of blue ribbons. And, he admits, bulb forcing requires no Green Thumb. As long as you can put soil and bulbs in a pot without mortally wounding yourself, you'll succeed. Wolk's book is filled with laugh-out-loud humor and more than 350 glorious photos that show you exactly how to produce your own indoor, wintertime flower show every year.
Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0903505614
"The house plant expert Book two covers the new house plants which have been introduced in the last decade"--Back cover.