Perennial Garden Plants: Or, The Modern Florilegium: A Concise Account Of Herbaceous Plants, Including Bulbs, For General Garden Use

"Hailed as a classic from its first publication, Perennial Garden Plants is one of the most comprehensive and detailed surveys ever undertaken for gardeners." Over two thousand species - including ferns, ornamental grasses and most of the larger bulbs and tubers - are described, together with a greater number of hybrids and cultivars. Practical information is given on planting, seasonal flowering, colour, propagation and cultivation as well as on the origins of plants. In addition Graham Stuart Thomas covers a wealth of related subjects, including display, shade and moisture, hardiness, pests and diseases, and makes invaluable suggestions for specific conditions. It remains the standard work of reference for botanists, nurserymen and gardeners both professional and amateur.