Lilies: A Guide for Growers and Collectors
by Edward Austin-McRae
from Timber Press, Incorporated
Admired for elegant blossoms and graceful foliage, the lily commands a featured place in any garden. This book discusses the biology of the lily plant, its propagation, and its cultivation. McRae also documents wild lily species and the creation of spectacular contemporary garden lilies. The author developed many new hybrids; his book is unique in providing up-to-date practical techniques for lily hybridizing, along with his views on current and future developments.
This book discusses the biology of the lily plant, its propagation, and its cultivation. The author developed many new hybrids; his book is unique in providing up-to-date practical techniques for lily hybridizing, along with his views on current and future developments.
Water Gardening: Water Lilies and Lotuses
by Perry D. Slocum
from Timber Press, Incorporated
An international reference to all aspects of water gardening. Part One, written by expert Peter Robinson, is based on work originally undertaken by the late Frances Perry and provides specific information on designing and building a water feature. It includes an illustrated encyclopedia of submerged, floating, and marginal plants. Part Two is an encyclopedia of water lilies and lotuses by American specialist-and photographer-Perry Slocum.
An international reference to all aspects of water gardening. Part One, written by expert Peter Robinson, is based on work originally undertaken by the late Frances Perry & provides specific information on designing & building a water feature. It includes an illustrated encyclopedia of submerged, floating, & marginal plants. Part Two is an encyclopedia of water lilies & lotuses by American specialist-& photographer-Perry Slocum.
Catfish Ponds and Lily Pads: Creating and Enjoying a Family Pond
by Louise Riotte
from Storey Publishing, LLC
Riotte explains siting a pond, maintaining water quality, troubleshooting, stocking with fish, plus plenty of old-time fishing lore and scrumptious fresh fish recipes.
A Nude Singularity: Lily Peter of Arkansas : A Biography
Ladybugs, Tiger Lilies and Wallflowers/a Gardener's Book of Words
Lilies for English Gardens: A Guide for Amateurs
Lilies
by Scott D. Appell
from MetroBooks (NY)
Cherished for their architectural forms and beautiful, vibrant colors, lilies are among the oldest and most beloved of cultivated flowers. Since 3500 B.C., humans have been fascinated by the incomparable beauty of the lily. This exquisite, oversize volume celebrates the lily in all its glory, with stunning photographs shot by some of the world's most renowned photographers. Originally published at $40; over 20 thousand copies sold.
Lilies and Related Flowers
Lilies (Gardener's Guide)
by Michael Jefferson-Brown
from Timber Press, Incorporated
This comprehensive account of the genus covers every aspect of cultivation and has information about growing lilies in all parts of the world, illustrated extensively with line artwork and color photographs.
Our popular ongoing series offers first-rate authors, an approach that is neither superficial nor overly technical, & excellent photographs.
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