Purple Iris Flowers (for the Love of Gardening)
Author: Unique Journal
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Published: 2015-10-06
Total Pages: 156
ISBN-13: 9781517698621
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Author: Unique Journal
Publisher:
Published: 2015-10-06
Total Pages: 156
ISBN-13: 9781517698621
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBlank 150 page lined journal for your thoughts, ideas, and inspiration.
Author: Melba Hamblen
Publisher: Mitchell Beazley
Published: 1978
Total Pages: 560
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Sara Bonnett Stein
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published: 1993
Total Pages: 308
ISBN-13: 9780395709405
DOWNLOAD EBOOKChronicle of the unmaking of a gardener with explorations into the ecology of backyard gardens.
Author: Kelly Norris
Publisher: Timber Press
Published: 2012-05-22
Total Pages: 349
ISBN-13: 1604694068
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe diversity of bearded irises rivals that of any other perennial grown in temperate climates. For some gardeners, they bring back warm memories of a grandparent's garden; for others, they're a cutting-edge plant with a seemingly endless capacity for producing new forms and patterns. As the manager of Rainbow Iris Farm and co-editor of the Bulletin of the American Iris Society, Kelly Norris is the authority on gardening with bearded irises. His introductory chapters offer tips for successful growth, garden design, plant selection, and "creating" new irises. A Guide to Bearded Irises also provides portraits of the most outstanding plants in each of the six recognized categories, from the dainty miniature dwarf bearded irises to the stately tall bearded irises. A resource section lists specialty nurseries, organizations devoted to bearded irises, and public gardens with notable iris collections.
Author: Kevin C. Vaughn
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 2015
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764349065
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis complete guide gives all the information you need to choose, grow, and appreciate the beardless iris--from basic planting information to help beginners, to the essential hybridizing details that horticulturists need. Beardless irises are cousins of the more familiar bearded irises, but are much more variable, with plants ranging from four-inch-tall dwarfs with tiny flowers to five-foot stalks with dinner-plate-size flowers. In addition, beardless irises of at least one type will grow in virtually every gardening situation from dry shade to standing water in full sun. No other group of perennials offers such versatility. Here, all five major groups are covered in detail: Siberian, Japanese, Pacific Coast Native, spuria, and Louisiana. The garden uses, development of the modern hybrids, and recommended cultures are given for each of the diverse groups of beardless irises. In addition, a separate chapter covers the techniques for creating your own beardless hybrids.
Author: Nancy Lawson
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 2017-04-18
Total Pages: 226
ISBN-13: 1616896175
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Author: Currier McEwen
Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
Published: 1996
Total Pages: 252
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKDistilling the author's 40 years' experience in growing and hybridizing, here is the only book devoted to every aspect of siberian irises, those lovely plants of the series Sibiricae. The extensive treatment includes history, classification, description of the species, characteristics of modern cultivars, culture, and pests and diseases. There are useful lists of display gardens, suppliers, and growers throughout the world, making the book truly global in scope. Since the author is one of the most important hybridizers of siberian irises - and in fact was the first to induce tetraploidy among them - his discussion of hybridizing, including wide-cross hybrids, is of particular importance. Written for the beginner as well as for the experienced grower, The Siberian Iris includes exceptional color photographs of siberian irises and their uses in the landscape as well as marvelous watercolors and line drawings by Jean G. Witt.
Author: Claire Austin
Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 339
ISBN-13: 0881927309
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Cultivation advice, information about the plants' breeding history, and ideas for using irises with other plants in the garden make this the perfect one-stop reference for iris enthusiasts everywhere."--BOOK JACKET.
Author: Anne Milner
Publisher: Troubador Publishing
Published: 2016-08-28
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781785892981
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAnne Milner presents her family history intertwined with the history of Bliss's irises, which are now part of the Plant Heritage family of National Collections of plants worth preserving. The collection was featured in the second series of 'The Great British Garden Revival' on BBC2 in January 2015. Bliss Irises combines family history and gardening in a unique and very personal journey. Initially triggered by interest in her great, great grandfather who built the Bliss Tweed Mill in Chipping Norton, Anne Milner discovered Arthur J. Bliss, a cousin of a grandfather, and his work with early 20th century irises. Having travelled to New Zealand and South Africa, Arthur had many adventures before becoming famous in the horticultural world for breeding and introducing 'Dominion', an iris that took the world by storm when it was first introduced in 1917. It has since gone on to be found in the pedigree of hundreds of modern irises. With stunning photographs, watercolours and line drawings throughout, the second part of Bliss Irises focuses on the flowers themselves and details the range of irises registered by Anne Milner's ancestor Arthur Bliss. Bliss Irises will appeal to readers with an interest in irises, historic plants and family history, as well as those with a more general interest in gardening and horticulture.
Author: Paul R. Wonning
Publisher: Mossy Feet Books
Published:
Total Pages: 45
ISBN-13: 1311558446
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Bearded Iris is a dependable plant for the perennial flower garden. Its low maintenance combined with dependable bloom and showy blossoms make this perennial flower one of the gardener’s staple flowers.