- Hardcover: 96 pages
- Publisher: Timber Press (15 Aug 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0881926566
- ISBN-13: 978-0881926569
- Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 22.2 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 816,533 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"Her style is engaging and this book is just a good read even if one is not an Agapanthus fancier."--Paul A.--Paul A. Mogren "American Reference Books Annual "
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Agapanthus have been cultivated and hybridized extensively since they were first brought to the attention of botanists and gardeners in the 17th century. Native to South Africa, the genus includes 6 species and 14 subspecies, both deciduous and evergreen, and more than 600 interesting and dramatic cultivars. Flowers range in color from pure white through greyish-blue to very dark blue, and plants vary from delightful miniatures for smaller gardens or containers to more imposing forms suitable for borders and beds.Agapanthus for Gardeners is an informative and practical guide to growing this popular perennial. It includes descriptions of all species and subspecies, along with a selection of 80 cultivars that have proven themselves in the garden and in containers; information on choosing and buying plants, cultivation requirements, propagation, and pests and diseases; and a discussion of Agapanthus as a cut flower.Illustrated with over 75 photographs, this is a useful companion to coauthor Wim Snoeijer's more scholarly and exhaustive Agapanthus: A Revision of the Genus, also published by Timber Press.
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L'Heritier was the first person to call this plant Agapanthus, literally translated as the flower of love. Read the first page
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A very useful book, Identifies a wide range of cultivars and many other aspects of the Agapanthus.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Definitely a Must for the Agapanthus Lover
24 Nov 2004
Format:Hardcover
Agapanthus for Gardeners is definitely a book written by someone who loves this plant. And loving this plant is something Hannek Van Dijk does.
From the beginning, Van Dijk makes the reader truly understand the meaning of this African plant. From giving the history and origin, to giving detailed explanations of the many species, subspecies and cultivars-this book has it all.
This book shows you how to grow and enjoy Agapanthus. It covers all the steps involved in growing this wonderful plant. From choosing and purchasing, to nourishment, pests and diseases, all the answers to your questions are in this helpful aide.
As well as information, Van Dijk provides dozens of colorful photos that fill the pages of this book from beginning to end.
For anyone who is even thinking about growing this popular perennial or anyone who just wants to learn more about it, this book is the one to look for.
From the beginning, Van Dijk makes the reader truly understand the meaning of this African plant. From giving the history and origin, to giving detailed explanations of the many species, subspecies and cultivars-this book has it all.
This book shows you how to grow and enjoy Agapanthus. It covers all the steps involved in growing this wonderful plant. From choosing and purchasing, to nourishment, pests and diseases, all the answers to your questions are in this helpful aide.
As well as information, Van Dijk provides dozens of colorful photos that fill the pages of this book from beginning to end.
For anyone who is even thinking about growing this popular perennial or anyone who just wants to learn more about it, this book is the one to look for.
Useful and beautiful book
20 May 2012
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Lovers of agapanthus will appreciate the beautiful photography and detailed information. Gardeners new to the cultivation of this extraordinary plant will benefit from an introduction to the many varieties of agapanthus. The author provides lists of plants by category and size. Excellent!
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