Magnolia
Published on 15. February 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-0-600-60534-8 (ISBN)
Description
This practical guide to growing magnolias explains the techniques to keep magnolias in good shape. It gives a history of the species and their attributes, followed by advice on their cultivation, covering positioning, planting, irrigation, training, feeding and pot culture. Possible pests and diseases and their treatment are also considered, and the propagation of magnolias. There are step-by-step photographs and illustrations, and a directory showing all types of magnolia, each with a colour illustration, as well as a list of magnolia-related societies.
This practical guide to growing magnolias explains the techniques to keep magnolias in good shape. It gives a history of the species and their attributes, followed by advice on their cultivation, covering positioning, planting, irrigation, training, feeding and pot culture. Possible pests and diseases and their treatment are also considered, and the propagation of magnolias. There are step-by-step photographs and illustrations, and a directory showing all types of magnolia, each with a colour illustration, as well as a list of magnolia-related societies.
This practical guide to growing magnolias explains the techniques to keep magnolias in good shape. It gives a history of the species and their attributes, followed by advice on their cultivation, covering positioning, planting, irrigation, training, feeding and pot culture. Possible pests and diseases and their treatment are also considered, and the propagation of magnolias. There are step-by-step photographs and illustrations, and a directory showing all types of magnolia, each with a colour illustration, as well as a list of magnolia-related societies.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Octopus Publishing Group
Illustrations
125 colour illustrations, bibliography, glossary
Dimensions
Height: 280 mm
Width: 230 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
632 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-600-60534-8 (9780600605348)
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Graham Rankin has studied and worked with the genus for over 20 years, acquiring extensive knowledge. No one else in Britain has planted or cared for so many magnolias.
Graham Rankin has studied and worked with the genus for over 20 years, acquiring extensive knowledge. No one else in Britain has planted or cared for so many magnolias.
Graham Rankin has studied and worked with the genus for over 20 years, acquiring extensive knowledge. No one else in Britain has planted or cared for so many magnolias.
Content
Introduction; Origin of the name. Evolutionary beginnings. The first known flowering plants and a description of their botanical make up, natural distribution and pollination. The early introduction of species in Europe, through to recent introductions, mentioning the plant hunters and their discoveries. Magnolia nomenclature and comments on recent changes. General; Attributes - use in the garden and landscape, architectural impact, foliage, scent, medicinal and economic uses. Cultivation; What to look out for when purchasing plants - best time to buy, vigour condition of roots, and how to differentiate between methods of propagation. Positioning - soil preferences, ultimate size, wind tolerance and sunlight. Planting - time of year, preparation of ground staking and transplanting. Irrigation - best systems and frequency. Training and Pruning - when to carry out such work, ideal shape, corrective pruning, growing on walls, adventitious growths and suckering. Feeding - what and when to use and how to apply. Pot and Indoor Culture - recommended species. Pests and Diseases; Propagation; Propagation methods - pros and cons of cuttings, seed grafting, layering and micro-propagation. Plant breeding and notable magnolia breeders. Plant Directory; List of species and their varieties mentioning flower, flowering time, habit and ultimate size. List of hybrids and cultivars mentioning flower, flowering time, habit and ultimate size. Recommended magnolias for various positions, soil conditions and hardiness. Related plants - a brief description of other plants in the same family such as Manglietia, Michelia and Liriodendron. Societies; Bibliography; Glossary; Acknowledgments