Armitage's Manual of Annuals, Biennials and Half-Hardy Perennials | 
| Author: Allan M. Armitage
Creators: Asha Kays, Chris Johnson
Publisher: Timber Press, Incorporated
Category: Book
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Rating:  3 reviews
Sales Rank: 306538
Format: Illustrated
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 604
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.8
Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 6.9 x 1.9
ISBN: 0881925055
Dewey Decimal Number: 635.931
EAN: 9780881925050
ASIN: 0881925055
Publication Date: September 1, 2001
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Condition: Sound Copy. Mild Reading Wear.
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Product Description
Annuals are experiencing a resurgence as today's gardeners demand a wider variety of options. No longer confined to monotone bedding plants, dozens of "unusual" annuals are now available at garden centers in colors and forms far removed from the classic annual bed of pink petunias or red geraniums. In the tradition of his classic Herbaceous Perennial Plants, Allan M. Armitage has compiled descriptions and assessments of 245 genera of true annuals as well as plants that behave like annuals in USDA zones 1-7. Focusing on identifying the plants, successful culture, and their primary garden attributes, Armitage discusses 279 species in detail and summarizes the distinguishing features of hundreds of cultivars, many of which he has tested himself. Classics like begonias and pelargoniums are juxtaposed with newcomers from Australia, and all are subject to Armitage's critical eye. Color photos and line drawings illustrate the text, and he suggests additional reading in books, articles, and Web sites for many of the covered genera. Armitage bases his descriptions on extensive personal experience. His frank and conversational style keeps potentially dry details fresh, and each entry is liberally sprinkled with strong and sometimes amusing opinions. Useful lists in the appendix are further evidence of his expertise, as he compiles biennials, half-hardy perennials, winter annuals, shade-tolerant plants, fragrant plants, climbing plants, and everlastings. These lists extend the volume's application beyond a necessary tool for horticulturists and nurserymen to a practical guide for the dedicated home gardener.
Book Description
Armitage has compiled descriptions and assessments of 245 genera of true annuals as well as plants that behave like annuals in USDA zones 1-7. Focusing on plant identification, successful culture, and garden uses, he discusses 279 species in detail and summarizes the distinguishing features of hundreds of cultivars.
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 Which is it? Annual, Perennial or Biennial February 8, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Excellent book in so many ways, but not every entry indicated what the plant type was--annual, biennial, or half-hardy perennial. Consequently, it was not as useful to me in doing a presentation on annuals!
 Great book - lots of good information January 3, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
My son used this book for his class Herbaceous Landscapes at University of Delaware. He is so turned on by the information in this book. There are great reference pictures and even though the class has ended, he refers to the book quite often. Found it to be very useful!
It doesn't get any better than a reference book by Allan Armitage August 29, 2006
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Armitage is #1 when it comes to bedding and garden plants, and this book shows it. His manual is a top-notch resource and includes his own personal insights into each plant. Unlike other references that are boring and dry, Armitage makes the material spring to life!
The line drawings in this book are spectacular as well, and the middle of the book includes several pages of full-color photographs. Very professional and highly recommended.
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