Hardy Gingers: Including Hedychium, Roscoea, and Zingiber Contributor(s): Branney, T. M. E. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1604691735 ISBN-13: 9781604691733 Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: October 2009 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Gardening | Climatic - Tropical - Gardening | Flowers - Perennials - Gardening | Reference |
Physical Information: 0.65" H x 7.5" W x 9.25" L (1.17 lbs) 268 pages |
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Publisher Description: A guide to the temperate zone and high altitude ginger varieties that are perfectly at home in cooler climates. Cultivation advice includes techniques for breaking dormancy, maintaining soil nutrition, and understanding plants' hardiness requirements. This book is only available through print on demand. All interior art is black and white. |
Contributor Bio(s): Branney, T. M. E.: - T. M. E. Branney is co-owner of The Europa Nursery that specializes in rare, temperate-woodland plants. As well as offering a wide selection of Zingiberaceae, the nursery is also involved in a large-scale hybridization program for Epimedium and has amassed a comprehensive collection of Polygonatum. Branney designs gardens for private clients and has had articles and photographs published in plant journals all over the world. He has travelled to Southeast Asia, Central America, and Madeira to observe plants in the wild, take photographs, and collect seed. |
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