Lilies: Their Care and Cultivation (Illustrated Monographs S.)

by Michael Jefferson - Brown (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1991

  $6.73

  This is a guide to the care and cultivation of lilies in which the author shows the versatility of lilies as garden, patio and conservatory plants. It shows how to have lilies in bloom from spring to late autumn and covers soils, planting, pot and container growing, feeding, propagation, hybridization, controlling pests and diseases, recommended species and hybrid lilies. It is designed to appeal to gardeners at every level of expertise. The author has won nearly 100 gold medals and is author of the Wisley Handbook on Wild Flower Gardening .

• Used

  Paperback
  2008

  $3.24

  The lily is one of the most beautiful and popular flowers in the garden and despite having a reputation for being temperamental , lilies can actually be very easy to grow. This concise, illustrated handbook contains detailed information on the care of a variety of lilies. It is an invaluable reference tool for both amateur gardeners and experienced growers. The straightforward approach to essential techniques, together with advice on tackling pests and other problems and the directory of recommended species will ensure successful results.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2003

  $3.24

  Lilies are among the the most popular cut flowers and garden plants. This authoritative and comprehensive guide to lilies combines the allure of the lily with inspiring and practical information on growing and gardening lilies. The book contains an outline of the history of lilies and demonstrates how they can be used for both formal and naturalistic plantings as well as for container displays. It also discusses all the major types of garden-worthy lily and how they can be used to best effect. Also included is a photographic section of the book that reveals the vast range of species and hybrids.