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In Color (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

R. Hooper Pearson

 
9780484705516: In Color (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Grow and show Sweet Peas with confidence using trusted, field-tested guidance from In Color.

This practical volume covers culture, feeding, watering, and exhibition preparation to help you achieve healthy plants and impressive blooms.

Written with experienced hands, the book blends historical context with hands-on instructions. It explains how to plant, care for, and train vines, and it offers clear advice on staging flowers for shows. You’ll find step‑by‑step routines that fit a wide range of gardens and climates.

  • Step-by-step cultivation tips from soil prep to pruning and feeding
  • Watering schedules, mulching ideas, and nutrient guidance to maximize bloom quality
  • Strategies for growing exhibition‑worthy blossoms, including cutting and packing for transport
  • Notes on varieties, color, and form to inform selection and planning

Ideal for readers who want reliable, no‑nonsense guidance from planting to show-day success.

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