In their many forms, cacti flower profusely and often fragrantly. This work gives explanations of how to cultivate and how to propagate cacti by seed, cuttings and offsets, and how to control pests and diseases. There is advice on watering, light and temperature requirements and the preparation of suitable composts. Included is a directory of epiphytic and desert cacti for easy identification and notes on characteristics and origins. It details shape, flower colour and special features of a variety of cacti, all suitable for cultivation by the ordinary gardener or the collector.
- ISBN10 0304320307
- ISBN13 9780304320301
- Publish Date 16 April 1992 (first published June 1978)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 13 May 1997
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Octopus Publishing Group
- Imprint Cassell Illustrated
- Edition Revised edition
- Format Paperback (UK Trade)
- Pages 64
- Language English