Book by Conder Susan
Die Inhaltsangabe kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
All gardens benefit from a variegated plant to lift what can in a border become just an amorphous blob of green. They add a ray of light to dark corners, add interest and break up neighbouring plants which in turn shows them off to their best advantage. Many add year-round interest in their evergreen habit and all give a garden an extra life during the months prior to flowering. Variations in leaves range from the vertical stripes of Phalaris arundinacea 'Picto', the horizontal stripes of Scirpus zebrinus, the cream edging of many Hedera helix and hosta varieties, the blotches and speckles of Tolmiea menziesii 'Taff's Gold' and many abutilons and the highlighted veins Trifolium repens 'Susan Smith'. In colour they vary not only in the shades of green but in white, cream, yellow, orange, red, pink and purple - sometimes even a mixture of all of these such as many fancy-leaved pelargoniums. From seed grown annuals to graft-propagated trees and shrubs, variegation occurs in many plant families either naturally, by virus-induction or by specific plant-breeding. There are even variegated roses! The only downsides to variegated plants are the often clashing flower colours and, in non-seed produced plants, the tendency to revert to plain green. This, if not dealt with speedily, can result in the demise of the variegated form. Also, in many cases they are not as vigourous in growth and with annuals and perennials can cross-pollinate to produce inferior plants the following year. However, their benefits far outweigh these deficiencies, adding life and colour to borders and providing a garden with a well-painted look. After a brief introduction, an A-Z listing by plant type includes comprehensive cultivation details for each plant and is attractively illustrated by the photographs of Andrew Lawson. The inclusion of a short note per plant apropos flower arranging will assist those gardeners who like to bring their gardens indoors.
Describes nearly 700 variegated plants including annuals, perennials, grasses, climbers and trees and shrubs. Every entry includes a useful quick-reference table with details of botanical family, height, spread, flowering time, and minimum temperatures. Photographs show marbling, veining and contrasting edges.
„Über diesen Titel“ kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
Versand:
EUR 3,58
Innerhalb der USA
Versand:
EUR 6,23
Innerhalb der USA
Anbieter: Goodwill, Brooklyn Park, MN, USA
Zustand: Acceptable. Cover/Case has some rubbing and edgewear. Access codes, CDs, slipcovers and other accessories may not be included. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 2Y6JCK009XZO_ns
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, USA
Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.65. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers G0881925128I4N00
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, USA
Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.65. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers G0881925128I4N00
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, USA
Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.65. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers G0881925128I3N10
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, USA
Zustand: Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers K03M-00369
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Irish Booksellers, Portland, ME, USA
Zustand: Good. SHIPS FROM USA. Used books have different signs of use and do not include supplemental materials such as CDs, Dvds, Access Codes, charts or any other extra material. All used books might have various degrees of writing, highliting and wear and tear and possibly be an ex-library with the usual stickers and stamps. Dust Jackets are not guaranteed and when still present, they will have various degrees of tear and damage. All images are Stock Photos, not of the actual item. book. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 21-0881925128-G
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, USA
Zustand: Very Good. 2nd Edition. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 17555185-6
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Irish Booksellers, Portland, ME, USA
Zustand: Good. SHIPS FROM USA. Used books have different signs of use and do not include supplemental materials such as CDs, Dvds, Access Codes, charts or any other extra material. All used books might have various degrees of writing, highliting and wear and tear and possibly be an ex-library with the usual stickers and stamps. Dust Jackets are not guaranteed and when still present, they will have various degrees of tear and damage. All images are Stock Photos, not of the actual item. book. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 2-0881925128-G
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Terrace Horticultural Books, St. Paul, MN, USA
Soft cover. Zustand: As New. Color Photos (illustrator). 1st Edition. First Paperback Edition Copyright Date: 1994 Sm Quarto, Color Photos, 1995, PP.191, Describes 700 Plants Including Annuals, Perennials, Grasses, Climbers, Trees And Shrubs Together With Specific Advice On Cultivation And Propagation. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 14759D10f
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Paradox Books USA, Fort Collins, CO, USA
Soft cover. Zustand: Fine. Lawson, Andrew (illustrator). First Paperback Edition. Oversized (Square Quarto) Paperback. Illustrated glossy wrappers, with folded flaps. Smyth-sewn binding. 192 pages, Lavish color photographs, index. 1st paperback edition (1995), 2nd printing (2001). CONDITION: FINE, binding square and tight, pages crisp and unmarked, appears unread and AS NEW. >Guaranteed secure packaging, free tracking, and no-hassle return policy. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 003341
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar