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Bulbs Marco Leone

Bulbs By Marco Leone

Bulbs by Marco Leone


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Summary

Leone highlights bulbs that make good cut flowers, bulbs known for their fragrance, and bulbs that can be forced. Along with the most common varieties, many lesser-known bulbs are also fully described. Full color.

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Bulbs by Marco Leone

This practical full colour guide will tell you how how to source and plant bulbs that will transform your house and garden. The author explains the origins and history of each variety, as well as its horticultural individualities: Soil Requirements; Exposure to Sun; Fertilizers and irrigation; Storage Techniques; Propagation; Average Height and Colour; Fragrance; Bulbs for Cut Flowers; Bulbs for Rock Gardens; Bulbs for Indoor Flowers; Shade, Damp Soil & Dry Soil; A practical common sense guide, this book will let readers discover how any patch of earth can be transformed into a garden for all seasons.

Bulbs Reviews

This handy, commonsense reference will help gardeners grow fragrant and unusual flowers from bulbs throughout the seasons.--Susan Awe"American Reference Books Annual, Volume 35" (01/01/2004)
Sorts out the corms and the rhizomes from the bulbs and the tubers, and provides tips on planting cultivation and care.--Jo Calvert"Canadian Living" (10/01/2003)
The information is as detailed as anyone could wish, and is easily accessed... I cannot praise too highly the excellent photography.-- (09/01/2003)
Bulbs...have earned their reputation for being difficult. But Leone walks you through the world of bulbs with a sure step.-- (05/09/2003)
A handy, amply illustrated guide ... while the best known bulbs ... are included, the book's strength lies in the inclusion of lesser-known treasures.-- (10/01/2003)
Compact yet comprehensive guide... full of useful information on their culture, propagation, garden pests and plant diseases. Very well-organized.-- (02/01/2004)

About Marco Leone

Marco Leone is an avid gardener with a passion for bulbs. In addition to this book, he is the author of numerous scientific articles and popular essays.

Additional information

CIN1552977048G
9781552977040
1552977048
Bulbs by Marco Leone
Used - Good
Paperback
Firefly Books Ltd
2003-05-08
256
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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