Kalmia: Mountain Laurel and Related Species
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Book Description
This definitive study by the preeminent breeder of kalmias includes recent introductions of these beautiful shrubs. It includes all seven species of Kalmia and nearly 80 recognized cultivars.
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Mountain laurel, Kalmia latifolia, is considered by many to be the most beautiful evergreen flowering shrub. Now in its third edition, this definitive book reflects dramatic changes in the number of cultivars and significant strides in propagation. It details all seven Kalmia species and more than 80 recognized cultivated varieties (up from 50 in the previous edition), 35 of which were selected or bred by the author, and includes history, characteristics, cultivating, and landscaping ideas. Kalmia is not an easy plant to domesticate, so gardeners will welcome the complete information to successfully grow laurel from seed, tissue culture, cuttings, and grafting.
Kalmia: Mountain Laurel and Related Species
Kalmia: Mountain Laurel and Related Species: Mountain Laurel and Related Species,Richard A. Jaynes,Timber Press,0881923672,Botany,Floriculture,Flowers - General,Gardening,Gardening / Horticulture,Gardening/Plants,Kalmia,Mountain laurel,North America,Ornamental Plants,Shrubs,Botany & plant sciences,Horticulture,Shrubs & trees
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