Penstemons (Hardy Plant Society Booklets) - Softcover

Way, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0901687235 ISBN 13: 9780901687234

Publisher: Hardy Plant Society, 2006

Synopsis

Illustrated in full colour, this guide gives all the information necessary to grow this fashionable perennial whose popularity now rivals the enthusiasm bestowed in the early years of this century. The authors provide an historical view, how to cultivate and propagate, a survey of all the species and seed strains and a section on pests/diseases.

About this title

Review:

'A fabulous book... if you have not already fallen in love with these useful and alluring flowers, you soon will.' - The Guardian 'a comprehensive, balanced, meticulous and readable addition to the gardener's book shelf' - Gardens Illustrated

About the Author:

Peter James grew penstemons for many years and his academic knowledge of botany together with his patience in sifting through old records enabled him to assemble a unique picture of the genus. He was recently involved in genetic research attempting to elucidate some of the origins of the popular hybrids. He died in 2002. David Way trained as a horticulturalist at Cambridge University and the R.H.S. Garden at Wisley. As well as a career in teaching and research, he has for many years been a member of the executive committee of the Hardy Plant Society, and is the author of their booklet, Penstemons. He writes, lectures and has broadcast on horticultural topics. David lives in Hunton, Kent.

About this edition

• Publisher: Hardy Plant Society
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0901687235
• ISBN 13: 9780901687234
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64