The Graham Stuart Thomas Rose Book - Couverture rigide

Thomas, Graham Stuart

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0711223971 ISBN 13 : 9780711223974

Editeur : Frances Lincoln, 2004

Synopsis

This volume comprises three books by Graham Stuart Thomas that have transformed our gardens, establishing him as one of the most influential gardeners of the twentieth century. The Old Shrub Roses (1955) brought to public attention the favourite roses of the early nineteenth century: the intensely scented Damasks, the rich and sombre Gallicas and the Albas with their unique combination of elegance and thriftiness. Shrub Roses of Today (1962) identified the species and hybrids from Japan and North America, from English and Scottish hedgerows and from the mountains of China, full of virtues then unrecognized. Climbing Roses Old and New (1965) considered ramblers and climbers such as 'Adelaide d'Orleans' and 'Desprez a fleur jaune', now more than 150 years old but still incomparable. The Graham Stuart Thomas Rose Book brings the trilogy together, substantially revised and updated. New material has been added, practical advice is included on planting, general cultivation, pruning and display, and new photographs complement favourite illustrations from such masters as Redoute and Graham Stuart Thomas himself.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Graham Stuart Thomas, who died in April 2003, is revered as one of the greatest gardeners of the twentieth century. His 'unrivalled plantsmanship' brought him the highest horticultural honours and as Gardens Adviser to the National Trust he was directly responsible for the conservation and restoration of many of the finest gardens in England.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Frances Lincoln
• Date d'édition: 2004
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0711223971
• ISBN 13: 9780711223974
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 386
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible