Synopsis
Plan your year of Carnations and Pinks with practical monthly care that pays off in blooms.
This guide covers how to grow border carnations, Malmaison varieties, perpetual-flowering types, and pinks, with month-by-month tasks to keep plants healthy and flowering.
You’ll find straightforward advice on repotting, layering, pruning, shading, and pest control. The emphasis is on steady care, timely actions, and creating the right indoor or glasshouse environment for year‑round performance.
- Month-by-month steps for watering, ventilation, and light to protect plants and maximize blooms
- Techniques for layering, pruning, and repotting to keep plants bushy and productive
- Tips for handling pests like thrips and red spider, plus disease prevention and cleanup
- Guidance on varieties for borders, pots, and winter flowering, including practical planting layouts
Ideal for gardeners who grow carnations or pinks in borders or containers and want reliable, seasonal guidance.
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About the Author
James Douglas's name is inseperable from Carnations; "he has raised them, cultivated them, exhibited them, and written about them." He was also a veteran florist, with a half a century's practical experience.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of Carnations, from their first arrival in the British Isles centuries ago, right up to the development of modern hybrids. The book discusses the different types of Carnations available to gardeners and hobbyists, including border varieties, perpetual-flowering Carnations, and Souvenir de la Malmaisons. The author, an expert in flower cultivation, provides practical advice on all aspects of Carnation care, from propagation and cultivation to preparing for shows. With a mix of historical overview, practical cultivation advice, and stunning color plates, this book is an invaluable resource for both seasoned florists and gardening enthusiasts new to the captivating beauty of Carnations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332600533_0
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