Product Description

Gardeners throughout the world love these majestic tall flowers, but few are aware of the many colors and forms that are now available with the burst of new cultivars, several of which have been awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit. Not just blue, but red, pink, violet, yellow, and white forms exist to entice gardeners. Expert authors bring all their expertise and enthusiasm to this book, which is a much-awaited publication on a plant that offers much to the gardener. Introducing both wild and cultivated delphiniums and discussing breeding and the use of the flowers in the garden, the book also covers cultivation and propagation and talks about the pests and diseases that affect delphiniums.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #241526 in Books
• Published on: 2007-05-01
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 176 pages

Review
"The authors bring their know-how and zeal to a long-needed publication that describes both wild and cultivated delphiniums. Gardeners will appreciate topic coverage of cultivation, propagation, pests, and diseases." John Bagnasco, Garden Compass

"If you grow, want to grow or wish to learn about delphiniums, this is a 'must-have' book. This is a perfect gift for that gardener who likes to try new perennials."

About the Author
David Bassett along with his wife Shirley have grown delphiniums for many years, raising and introducing new varieties and competing in shows. They are responsible for introducing many beautiful and popular cultivars and are considered to be among the leading experts on delphiniums. They live in England.

Shirley Bassett along with her husband David have grown delphiniums for many years, raising and introducing new varieties and competing in shows. They are responsible for introducing many beautiful and popular cultivars and are considered to be among the leading experts on delphiniums. They live in England.