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This delightful book presents the history and development of the Auricula to both the casual reader and enthusiast. It sets out both traditional and more recent methods of cultivation, how to exhibit the plants, how they are judged, breeding new varieties and how to deal with pests and diseases. More than 200 varieties both old and new are discussed in some detail and numerous coloured illustrations are included. AUTHOR: In writing the book, Allan Guest has drawn on over thirty years experience of growing, showing, breeding and judging the plants. Having known and exchanged views with many of the leading personalities of the time, he is able to provide insights into both plants and breeders. He currently sits on the committees of both the Midlands and West and the Northern Sections of the National Auricula and Primula Society. ILLUSTRATIONS: 200 colour illustrationsProduct Identifiers
PublisherACC Art Books
ISBN-139781870673624
eBay Product ID (ePID)90837273
Product Key Features
Book TitleAuricula: History, Cultivation and Varieties
AuthorAllan Guest
FormatHardcover
LanguageEnglish
TopicNature
Publication Year2009
Dimensions
Item Height240mm
Item Width195mm
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorAllan Guest
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom