New Plant Library Series

It is not surprising that fuchsias are among the mot popular plants grown today. Few, if any, other genera can rival the fuchsia for its reliability and ease of cultivation, combined with the staggering variety of colours, shapes and sizes which make it such a familiar sight of summer. From the distinct species to the numerous hybrids, fuchsias rarely fail to delight the gardener with their abundance of flowers and long blooming period. This book offers a full photographic catalogue of over 50 varieties of fuchsias. For each variety, full botanical information on growth, spread, size and flowering together with step-by-stp photographic guidance on growing and caring for fuchsias, including pruning, harvesting for culinary use, and propagating.

Water Plants

by Andrew Mikolajski and Peter McHoy

Published 3 January 1998

This practical, inspiring series tells you all you need to know about your favorite plants, from their origins to how to select and maintain the best plants for your needs. A comprehensive introduction is followed by a "Plant Catalogue", botanical descriptions, planting ideas and flowering times.

Heathers

by Andrew Mikolajski

Published 11 August 1997

Heathers is the definitive guide to these at tractive and versatile plants, covering the history of heath ers, classification and use of heathers and how to achieve s easonal colour and combine them with other plants. '

Climbing Roses

by Andrew Mikolajski and Lin Hawthorne

Published 3 January 2000

Climbing Roses is the definitive guide to th ese attractive and versatile plants, covering the history of the climbing rose, a guide to varieties and flower shapes, and how to use climbing roses to best advantage in the garde n. '

Miniature Roses

by Lin Hawthorne

Published 3 January 2000

Hostas

by Andrew Mikolajski

Published 1 March 1998

The versatility and beauty of hostas makes them one of the most popular and rewarding foliage plants. Whether you use larger hostas to create a stately summer border or dwarf varieties to enliven a rocky or aquatic environment, they are reliable, attractive and relatively low-maintenance. Flourishing even in containers, hostas are truly plants for every situation.

Orchids

by Andrew Mikolajski

Published 3 January 2000

Summer Bulbs

by Peter McHoy

Published 1 September 1998

This is one in a series of books offering pr actical advice on growing flowers and plants. With a full ph otographic catalogue of over 50 varieties of bulbs, this boo k offers step-by-step guidance on buying, propagating and ge neral maintenance. '

Rhododendrons

by Lin Hawthorne

Published 1 February 1999

Advice on buying and planting with an illustrative plant history.

Camellias

by Andrew Mikolajski

Published 1 February 1999

Among the most sophisticated of flowering shrubs, camellias produce an abundant display of elegant flowers through winter and spring, and are a popular feature in everyone's garden. This practical and easy-to-read guide has everything you need to know at-a-glance about camellias, along with step-by-step photographic guidance on planting, propagation, pruning and combating pests and diseases. This practical series tells you everything you need to know about your favourite plants, from their origin and history to how to select the best ones for your particular soil and climatic characteristics. Together with a comprehensive introduction followed by a concise plant catalogue the books also include an illustrated guide to different varieties plus botanical descriptions.

Modern Roses

by Andrew Mikolajski

Published 1 April 1998

This is an illustrated guide to varieties, cultivation and care, with step-by-step instructions and over 150 beautiful photographs. It features full photographic directory of over 40 varieties, including cluster-flowered roses, miniature roses, ground-cover roses, large-flowered roses and rugosa roses. For each variety, full botanical information is provided on history, growth, hue, height, spread and suitability. It offers step-by-step guidance on planting, propagation and pruning, and how to deal with common pests and diseases. It includes instructions on using roses for hedging and ground cover, and combining them with other plants. It is a highly accessible guide to some of the world's best-loved plants, celebrating their diversity and beauty. It offers everything you need to know at a glance in one handy and superbly illustrated practical guide. The rose is the quintessential flower of the summer, and apart from the beauty of the flowers, many modern varieties have the twin advantages of a long flowering season and disease resistance.
With hues ranging from delicate pastels to glowing reds, yellows and oranges, the range has never been wider, encompassing roses for growing en masse or in conjunction with other plants, as hedges, ground cover or in containers. This beautiful book explains how to use modern roses to their best advantage, and features a directory of over 40 varieties. There are practical instructions for planting, propagating and pruning roses, ensuring a magnificent display in all types of garden.

Spring Bulbs

by Peter McHoy

Published 1 March 1998

The first sign that winter is ending is the emergence of the new season's bulbs. The magnificent sight of a multicoloured display of spring bulbs in bloom makes these flowers universally loved. This grower's guide offers advice on buying and selecting, planting and prpogation, and controlling pests and diseases.