Euphorbias by Timothy Walker
A Wisley handbook covering the hugely popular euphorbia family written by a leading euphorbia expert.-
Air Plants and Other Bromeliads
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Carnivorous Plants
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Streptocarpus
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Propagation from Cuttings
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Propagation from Seed
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Geraniums
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Hellebores
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Chrysanthemums and Dahlias
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Dwarf and Slow-growing Conifers
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Begonias
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Delphiniums
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Plants for Shade
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Gardening in Retirement
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Fragrant And Aromatic Plants
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Primroses and Auriculas
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Pruning Ornamental Shrubs
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Lilies
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Plans for Small Gardens
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Foliage Plants
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Conservatory Gardening
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Flower Arranging from the Garden
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Hanging Baskets
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The Winter Garden
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Climbing and Wall Plants
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Vegetable Varieties for the Gardener
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Culinary Herbs
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Ground Cover Plants
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Grapes
For foliage plants, one of the best genus to consider is EuphorbiaNearly all evergreen and leaves variegated, glaucous, purple, red and all shades of green, they are amongst the handsomest of plants for foliar interest. On top of that they flower to add seasonal interest too and lift a border when in bloom with their chartreuse hues. From towering trees and bushes to diminutive rock plants, from Asia, Africa and America, their diversity makes them the largest genus in the world, 25 species being native to the UK. Timothy Walker, curator of the National Collection of Euphorbia at the Oxford Botanic Gardens, gives an in-depth, expert look at these fascinating plants, giving detailed botanical facts, cultivation details, propagation, pest and disease advice and ideas on their uses in the garden. From Euphorbia myrsinites for the rock garden, Euphorbia griffithii for moist soil, Euphorbia dendroides for the conservatory and Euphorbia amygdaloides var. robbiae for dry shade, there are varieties to suit every possible situation. And don't forget the ubiquitous Christmas poinsettia - Euphorbia pulcherrima. Part of the RHS Wisley handbook series, this is a comprehensive and concise look at the genus Euphorbia, fully illustrated and clearly written. Aimed at both the amateur and professional grower, this is an invaluable addition to any serious horticulturalists bookshelf. - Lucy Watson
Timothy Walker trained at Askham Bryan College, Savill Garden Windsor and the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew and has been Horti Praefectus of the Oxford Botanic Gardens since 1988. He lives in Oxford.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780304362899 |
| ISBN 10 | 0304362891 |
| Title | Euphorbias |
| Author | Timothy Walker |
| Series | Wisley Handbooks |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Octopus Publishing Group |
| Year published | 2002-05-24 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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