Camellias: A Practical Gardening Guide

For centuries the genus "Camellia, has fascinated botanists, horticulturists, and gardeners. Although originally brought to the attention of the Western world as the plant from which tea was derived, the camellia has long been admired for the exquisite beauty of its flowers, and its elegance and adaptability as a garden plant."Camellias: A Practical Gardening Guide surveys the important species, as well as the numerous cultivars raised in China, Japan, Europe, the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. The landscaping potential of camellias in a wide range of climates and situations is demonstrated, including the use of plants as standards, hedges, espaliers, groundcover, in containers, and for bonsai.Comprehensive information is given on selection and cultivation, pests and diseases, propagating, and hybridising. An annotated index of species and cultivars provides brief information on over 400 popular camellias.Illustrated with high-quality colour photographs by internationally acclaimed photographer Yvonne Cave, this authoritative and up-to-date book is essential reading for both experienced camellia growers and enthusiastic beginners.

This highly illustrated, practical guide surveys the important species of the genus Camellia, as well as the numerous cultivars raised around the world. Comprehensive information and suggestions are given for selecting and cultivating these popular and adaptable plants and for using them in landscaping in a wide range of climates and situations. A discussion of pests and diseases, propagating and hybridizing, along with an annotated index of species and cultivars, make this book essential reading for both experienced camellia growers and enthusiastic beginners.