Marty Figley, Garden Spot - Observer & Eccentric, March 30, 2000
The book is very well organized with all pertinent information necessary to grow these flowers.


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Rowlands, who has been growing and showing dahlias for more than 30 years, begins with a brief history of this beautiful plant, which now boasts more than 20,000 varieties. One chapter describes physical characteristics, and another explains the breakdown of groups within the genus. Rowlands gives detailed instructions on cultivation, which include data on pest and disease control, watering, and storing the tubers. There are chapters on propagation, raising new varieties, and exhibitions at horticultural shows. Rowlands lists more than 400 cultivars, giving their origin when known, along with a brief description of each plant. This comprehensive guide has 70 stunning color photographs and 15 line drawings. George Cohen


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A Welsh dahlia enthusiast and research geneticist shares his knowledge, diagrams, and color photos of A-Z cultivars of this flamboyant Compositae family member. Appends a glossary; dahlia resources in the US, UK, and on the Internet; top US and British exhibition varieties; and American Dahlia Society classification codes. -- Copyright © 1999 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR All rights reserved Book News, Inc.®, Portland, OR

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Since its introduction into Europe 200 years ago the dahlia has always been a stalwart of the cottage garden, bedding display and showbench.. "The choice of form and colour available to enthusiasts is almost endless, and every year more names are added to the official catalogue of over 20,000 varieties. The Gardener's Guide to Growing Dahlias is invaluable in this respect, providing recommendations for garden use by established enthusiast and expert grower Gareth Rowlands.. "The book is illustrated with detailed photographs and informative botanical drawings which inspire cultivation and collection of the plant and are excellent aids to accurate identification. Capturing the spectacular presence of these extrovert plants, The Gardener's Guide to Growing Dahlias will delight dahlia lovers, convert those new to the genus and inspire a new generation of growers.

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