In Search of Lost Roses
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In Search of Lost Roses by Thomas Christopher
Once upon a time--before the 1860s--people loved old roses like Pearl of Gold, Marchionesse of Lorne, or Autumn Damask. Then along came the hybrid tea roses, which were easier to arrange, more dramatic, and longer-blooming, and the old roses were all but forgotten. Now the lovely, subtle-hued, richly perfumed old roses are making a comeback, thanks to the efforts of a stubborn band of eccentric characters who rescued them from back alleys, ramshackle cottages, and overgrown graveyards across the country. Thomas Christopher tells us the fascinating stories of the old roses--how they were created and made their way to America--and the unforgettable people who rustle them from abandoned lots and secret gardens today, revelling in the mystery of an unknown yellow.Thomas Christopher contributes to Horticulture magazine and the New York Times on a regular basis. He's the author or coauthor of several books, the most recent of which are East Roses for North American Gardens and Annuals with Style: Design Ideas from Traditional to Cutting Edge. He maintains gardens in both New York and Texas.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780226105963 |
| ISBN 10 | 0226105962 |
| Title | In Search of Lost Roses |
| Author | Thomas Christopher |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | The University of Chicago Press |
| Year published | 2002-05-01 |
| Number of pages | 240 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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