Galle, Fred C. / Dudley, Theodore R. (scientific Advisor) / Eisenbeiss, Gene K. (technical advisor).

Hollies: The Genus Ilex.

Portland, Oregon, Timber Press / Holly Society of America, 1997. 22 cm x 29 cm. 573 pages. Original hardcover with original dustjacket in protective Mylar. Excellent condition with only very minor signs of external wear.

Includes for example the following essays: Holly Folklore and Legends / Using Hollies in the Garden / Companion Plants / Espaliers / Dwarf Hollies / Evergreen Hollies for the Home Landscape / Pacific Northwest Orchards / Pruning / Hormone Dip / Orchards East of the Mississippi River / Bonsai with Holly / Dwarf Hollies Suitable for Bonsai / Decorating for Christmas with Holly / Hollies in Art / Taxonomic History / Morphological Characteristics of the Genus Ilex / Inflorescences / Chemical Properties / Clones and Cultivars / Deciduous Holly Species / Planting and Care of Hollies / Propagation by Cuttings / Holly Breeders / Objectives in Holly Breeding / Procedure / Insect Pests / Appendix 3: Holly Fossils etc.

″If given the exciting task of designing a new landscape—whether a small space garden or vast acreage—it is likely the majority of gardeners will consider including hollies. Galle’s guide to the genus Ilex presents a delightfully balanced yet comprehensive study of these remarkably varied plants. After a bit of legend and lore by a founder of the Holly Society of America, informative chapters reveal myriad ways to use hollies in the garden, for topiaries, and as bonsai. In addition to providing extensive botanical background, an expansive section describes hundreds of species in a definitive format, with the book’s final section devoted to recommendations for culture and propagation. Galle provides home gardeners with the advice necessary to select plants of appropriate size, hardiness, and cultural requirements. Illustrated with numerous photographs and drawings. Alice Joyce.” (Amazon)

″Fred Galle has struck a fine balance between the academic and applied portions of the text.” Pacific Horticulture, Spring 1999

″A wealth of information for avid amateurs, students, educators, and other professional horticulturists.” Choice, March 1998

• Keywords: Botany · Flora · Garden Collection – Ann Geneva · Garden Design – Collection · Garden Design – Rare · Library & Collection Building · North America · Plants
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9780881923803
• Inventory Number: 72413AB