Hippeastrum

The Gardener's Amaryllis

The hybrids of Hippeastrum, also known by gardeners as amaryllis, have long been popular indoor plants, their flamboyant blooms bringing cheer during the dark winter months. Published in association with the Royal Horticultural Society as part of our Plant Collector Guide series, this book for gardeners describes the astonishing range of hybrids now available and explains how to get the best results from these rewarding plants. A wealth of practical advice accompanies the plant descriptions, including a specially formulated growing medium used by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, an effective "hot water treatment" for pests, and essential advice on feeding, watering, and lighting.

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Media reviews of this book:

"An outstanding book."

—Veronica Read, National Gardener, July 2004

"Pioneering."

—Bookseller, April 9, 2004

"This is a well-produced and informative book that should answer all questions on these glamorous plants."

—E. N., Plant Heritage, Fall 2004

"I highly recommend Read's book for a fascinating read and an excellent overview of this important genus."

—Charles Hardman, Bulb Garden, November 2004

"If you want to know how to grow the perfect Hippeastrum or simply need a reference on these exotic blooms then this is the book for you."

—Geoff Hodge, Horticulturist, Fall 2004

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Customer reviews of this book:

"Beautiful production, very comfortable to read."

—Geoffrey D. from Annandale, New South Wales, March 5, 2007

"Well done, very informative!"

—Lloyd T. from Edgewater, Maryland, December 29, 2006

"I love this book!"

—Bobbie H. from Arcadia, Florida, May 9, 2006

"I enjoy the wealth of practical advice. I have been looking for a book like this for years! Thank you."

—Renate I. from Wayzata, Minnesota, January 19, 2006

"Outstanding, in-depth, detailed information, and beautiful colored pictures — wish there were more!"

—Stephen G. from Akron, Ohio, June 11, 2004

An excerpt from this book:

Habitats and climates are as varied as the plants themselves. Hippeastrum elegans grows in grassy meadows where conditions are warm and humid; other species grow by the side of rivers, while H. angustifolium inhabits muddy swamps. Hippeastrum reticulatum prefers cool, moist and shady conditions, while H. reginae is found in soil high in organic matter. Hippeastrum aulicum inhabits shady areas and has been found growing in the crotches of trees. Hippeastrum striatum grows in the open, in shade as well as in full sun, in acid red clay where early morning temperatures can fall to near freezing occasionally during the winter ...

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