Tree Peonies, Used (11 results)

Timber Press hardcover in dust jacket, 2005- first edition/1st printing; jacket price $39.95; some pages have underlining; No creases/tears or other defects; (Very Good/Fine). We will add a custom fitted mylar cover, bubble wrap the book and ship it in a New BOX- Not a plastic bag like the zombie sellers.

Condition: Very Good. Fairhaven Pamphlet. Copyright 1950. Ten pages. Illustrations. "During the past several years I have visited more than 60 of Japan's finest Tree Peony nurseries.My travels have enabled me to select from the finest and my collection is presented to you for your consideration.".

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 11 pages of a variety of Chinese Tree Peonies, each with a color picture and descriptionPlus the how and where to plant these lovely specimens"Kasha and David Furman founded Cricket Hill Garden in 1989, with a focus on Chinese tree peonies It was one of the first nurseries in the United States to sell true-to-name varieties of these rare plants, and to this day they continue to grow high-quality plants with beautiful blooms" catalog brochure clean no additional notes or unwanted marks.

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. 384 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm ; ISBN 9781841880815, 1841880817 ; OCLC 44484393 ; LOC No SB413.P4 F425 2000 ; Dewey 635.9/3362 ; color photographic stiff paper wrappers ; With 200 colour photos, illustrations and plans this book celebrates the beauty and influence of the peony and its place in art and history as well as providing comprehensive information for gardeners wishing to choose and grow the right variety for their garden detailing their fragrance, colour, flowering periods and hardiness.; Jane Margaret Fearnley-Whittingstall is a writer and garden designer with a diploma in landscape architecture. She won two gold medals at the Chelsea Flower Show. ; Originally published: London: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1999 ; Contents: Peonies in the past: Out of the wilderness, wild peony species in four continents -- The imperial flower, the passion for peonies in China and Japan -- The peony, the phoenix and the peacock, peonies in Oriental art and mythology -- The peony travels west, plant explorers and their patrons -- Embarras de Richesse, the peony in Europe -- Peonies for the 20th century: Peonies in the New World, the American peony, Canada and New Zealand -- Gardening with peonies, peonies for past, present and future gardens -- Designing with peonies, a scented walk -- Peonies indoors, the flower arranger's flower -- Peony lists: How to use the lists -- Tree peonies and intersectional hybrids, over 80 of the best, others commercially available -- Herbaceous peonies, 125 of the best, others commercially available -- Growing peonies: Where and how to plant peonies -- Aftercare, trouble-shooting and propagation -- Appendix A: Where to see peonies, an international list of peony gardens and collections -- Appendix B: Where to buy peonies, and international list of nurseries -- Bibliography -- Acknowledgments -- Index. ; FINE. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. [1st ed., 1st printing] ;267 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm. ; ISBN 9780881926941, 0881926949 ; OCLC 57366125 ; LCCN 2004066099 ; LOC No SB413.P4 P342 2005 ; Dewey 635.9/3362 ; Includes bibliographical references (p. 244-248) and index.; blue-green cloth in color photographic dustjacket ; Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction: history of peonies -- Chapter 2. Morphology -- Chapter 3. Taxonomy and classification of the genus Paeonia -- Chapter 4. The Species -- Chapter 5. Cultivars of Paeonia lactiflora -- Chapter 6. Hybrid herbaceous peonies -- Chapter 7. Chinese tree peonies -- Chapter 8. Japanese tree peonies -- Chapter 9. Hybrid tree peonies -- Chapter 10 Intersectional hybrid or "Itoh" peonies -- Chapter 11. Growing peonies: buying; planting; cultivation; cut flowers; propagation; pests and diseases -- Chapter 12. Peony breeders -- Chapter 13. Question time -- Appendix A: Synonyms -- Appendix B: Peonies awarded a gold medal by the American Peony Society -- Appendix C: Peony conservation -- Glossary -- Bibliography -- Where to see peonies -- List of suppliers ; "Peonies are virtually unrivalled in a their ability to bring impact and drama to a garden. Once established they flourish for decades bringing large quantities of flamboyant blooms in a magical range of hues from rich dark reds through yellow to purest white. This informative guide highlights the best peonies for gardeners paying particular attention to the tree peonies, herbaceous hybrids and the latest cultivars of "Paeonia lactiflora. Despite the fact that the Chinese have been growing them for 1600 years, tree peonies still make a novel and exotic addition to a Western garden. A full-size plant bearing dozens of flowers is an awesome sight and the selection here includes the best of the Chinese and Japanese cultivar ranges, the classic hybrids and the sought-after hybrids raised by Arthur Saunders in the 1930s that range in colour from yellow to mahogany-red. Enthusiasts of herbaceous peonies will find here the latest cultivars of "Paeonia lactiflora" including the world-class varieties raised by Roy Klehm in the USA and Kelways in England. The new complex hybrids between "P. lactiflora, P. wittmanniana and "P. macrophylla developed by Don Hollingsworth also feature here." ; "Information about the history of peonies, conservation issues, their morphology and tips for successful cultivation complete this comprehensive guide. By understanding the ecology of peonies, gardeners will learn to cultivate them successfully in the garden. Over 200 photographs accompany detailed plant descriptions that will provide an invaluable reference source to peony enthusiasts everywhere." ; A botanist by training, Martin Page spent the early part of his career surveying hay meadows for the Nature Conservancy Council in England. He received his PhD from the University of Exeter and was a contributor to The National Vegetation Classification. He then spent several years working as a professional photographer, followed by a career in industry. Martin has been studying peonies for ten years and is the author of The Gardener's Guide to Growing Peonies. He was formerly the Deputy Editor of Water Gardening magazine and News Editor of the Royal Horticultural Society's journal The Garden. He is currently director of the American Peony Society. ; FINE/FINE. Book.

Ships within 24 hours! Withdrawn library book with the normal stamps and stickers. Nice condition book with some cover wear and one small cut to the mylar cover/jacket. Maybe should be listed as 'good.' Always courteous and honest service! Product details Publisher: Umberto Allemandi (1999) Language: English Hardcover: 125 pages ISBN-10: 8842207500 ISBN-13: 9788842207504 Item Weight: 2.15 pounds Dimensions: 8.25 x 0.75 x 12 inches.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good.

Condition: very_good.

hardcover. Condition: Good. Ships Out Tomorrow!

Condition: Very Good. Very Good in a Very Good dust jacket; Hardcover; Dust jacket is clean and intact with just minor edgewear, and has not been price-clipped (Now fitted with a new, Brodart jacket protector); Light wear to the boards; The textblock edges are unblemished; The endpapers and all text pages are clean and unmarked; The binding is excellent with a straight spine; This book will be shipped in a sturdy cardboard box with foam padding; High quality illustrations; Large Format (11.75" - 12.75" tall); 2.2 lbs; Light green dust jacket with flower illustration, and title in red lettering over green paper boards; 2000, Umberto Allemandi and Company; 128 pages; "The Book of Tree Peonies," by Gian Lupo Osti.

Condition: Good. Il cofanetto (se previsto) può presentare modeste tracce d'uso, piccole lesioni, fioriture e macchie non invasive.Sovraccoperta con modeste tracce d'uso. Può presentare piccole mancanze, leggere bruniture, rade fioriture o macchiette.Copertina con modeste tracce d'uso. Può presentare minime mancanze, qualche rada fioritura o macchietta, leggere bruniture o piccole pieghe.Dorso in buone condizioni. Può presentare un fisiologico stress da lettura, piccole mancanze e segni di cedevolezza in prossimità delle cerniere.Tagli moderatamente bruniti; possono presentare fioriture rade.L'interno può presentare modeste tracce d'uso, segni a matita, timbro o firma di appartenenza. Le pagine possono presentare minime gualciture, fioriture non invasive e leggere bruniture.Per Maggiori informazioni o foto non esitate a contattarci. . Buono (Good). Book.