Known for their bright colors and dramatic forms, dahlias are
enjoying a surge of popularity in today's gardens. From "pompons"
to "waterlilies" few flowers can boast such a variety of choices
for every garden and gardener.
In this delightful and profusely illustrated encyclopedia, noted
hybridizer and nurseryman Bill McClaren provides an authoritative
account of garden-worthy dahlias for every garden design. Nearly
700 selections are included, complete with notes on their history,
awards, and cultural peculiarities. Additional chapters on dahlia
care and propagation, dahlia species in nature, hybridizing, and
showing dahlias add to this well-rounded overview. Thorough
appendices with resources on dahlia societies, nurseries, and
gardens complete the book.
Gardeners at every level will appreciate the author's clear and
useful explanation of the classification schemes for dahlias, which
can often intimidate even determined enthusiasts. Every dahlia
lover will gain years of reference and enjoyment from Bill
McClaren's definitive encyclopedia.
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