Begonias : Cultivation, Identification, and Natural History
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Review
G. D. Dreyer Choice : Tebbitt ... makes a welcome addition to the horticultural literature with this work, particularly because it concentrates on species rather than hybrids, and description rather than cultivation. ... Over 200 color photos and numerous high-quality line drawings add to the appeal and utility of this work.
Linda Cobb Spartanburg Herald-Journal : This book is important, as it has concise descriptions, illustrations, and cultural history.
Sida, Contributions to Botany : This will be a useful book to Begonia gardeners and botanists alike.
Christine Anne Sharkey Biology Digest : Begonias is a book written by a sincere and knowledgeable lover of this diverse genus of perennial with their fabulous blooms — it will be a long-lasting addition to any gardener's library.
Elvin McDonald American Gardener : In an age when gardening books brim with ankle-deep information, Begonias is a whole-body experience. If you like begonias, this book has the power to make you fall in love with them.
Book Description
Begonias have enormous horticultural appeal, are widely cultivated in the home, and increasing in variety, including hardy species for the garden and semi-hardy species for containers. It is no wonder these intriguing plants have gained such a following. Concise descriptions, keys, and elegant illustrations of more than 300 commonly grown species and their most popular cultivars, are included. Additional chapters cover their cultural history, cultivation, natural history, and distribution.
Begonias : Cultivation, Identification, and Natural History
Begonias: Cultivation, Identification, and Natural History: Cultivation, Identification, and Natural History,Mark C. Tebbitt,Timber Press,0881927333,Begonias,Flowers - Perennials,Gardening,Gardening / Horticulture,Gardening/Plants,Plant Maintenance,Reference
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