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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. [1st ed., 1st printing] ;267 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm. ; ISBN 9780881926941, 0881926949 ; OCLC 57366125 ; LCCN 2004066099 ; LOC No SB413.P4 P342 2005 ; Dewey 635.9/3362 ; Includes bibliographical references (p. 244-248) and index.; blue-green cloth in color phot…ographic dustjacket ; Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction: history of peonies -- Chapter 2. Morphology -- Chapter 3. Taxonomy and classification of the genus Paeonia -- Chapter 4. The Species -- Chapter 5. Cultivars of Paeonia lactiflora -- Chapter 6. Hybrid herbaceous peonies -- Chapter 7. Chinese tree peonies -- Chapter 8. Japanese tree peonies -- Chapter 9. Hybrid tree peonies -- Chapter 10 Intersectional hybrid or "Itoh" peonies -- Chapter 11. Growing peonies: buying; planting; cultivation; cut flowers; propagation; pests and diseases -- Chapter 12. Peony breeders -- Chapter 13. Question time -- Appendix A: Synonyms -- Appendix B: Peonies awarded a gold medal by the American Peony Society -- Appendix C: Peony conservation -- Glossary -- Bibliography -- Where to see peonies -- List of suppliers ; "Peonies are virtually unrivalled in a their ability to bring impact and drama to a garden. Once established they flourish for decades bringing large quantities of flamboyant blooms in a magical range of hues from rich dark reds through yellow to purest white. This informative guide highlights the best peonies for gardeners paying particular attention to the tree peonies, herbaceous hybrids and the latest cultivars of "Paeonia lactiflora. Despite the fact that the Chinese have been growing them for 1600 years, tree peonies still make a novel and exotic addition to a Western garden. A full-size plant bearing dozens of flowers is an awesome sight and the selection here includes the best of the Chinese and Japanese cultivar ranges, the classic hybrids and the sought-after hybrids raised by Arthur Saunders in the 1930s that range in colour from yellow to mahogany-red. Enthusiasts of herbaceous peonies will find here the latest cultivars of "Paeonia lactiflora" including the world-class varieties raised by Roy Klehm in the USA and Kelways in England. The new complex hybrids between "P. lactiflora, P. wittmanniana and "P. macrophylla developed by Don Hollingsworth also feature here." ; "Information about the history of peonies, conservation issues, their morphology and tips for successful cultivation complete this comprehensive guide. By understanding the ecology of peonies, gardeners will learn to cultivate them successfully in the garden. Over 200 photographs accompany detailed plant descriptions that will provide an invaluable reference source to peony enthusiasts everywhere." ; A botanist by training, Martin Page spent the early part of his career surveying hay meadows for the Nature Conservancy Council in England. He received his PhD from the University of Exeter and was a contributor to The National Vegetation Classification. He then spent several years working as a professional photographer, followed by a career in industry. Martin has been studying peonies for ten years and is the author of The Gardener's Guide to Growing Peonies. He was formerly the Deputy Editor of Water Gardening magazine and News Editor of the Royal Horticultural Society's journal The Garden. He is currently director of the American Peony Society. ; FINE/FINE. Book.
