Long prized by the fragrance industry for its essential oils, the genus Lavandula is steadily increasing in popularity among gardeners and horticulturists worldwide. This is the first full treatment of this important genus to be undertaken since 1937. It treats 40 species and their cultivars and hybrids, presenting their taxonomy, distribution, and the history of their cultivation. With several useful appendices, as well as chapters on cultivation, propagation, and pests and diseases, The Genus Lavandula is a comprehensive and authoritative account of this important genus. Exquisite paintings from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, complement the text.
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"It should set the standard for such academic horticultural treatments for years to come."—G. D. Dreyer, Choice, February 2005 (G. D. Dreyer Choice )
"A magnificent reference work that will give pleasure to botanists, perfumers, aromatherapists, growers, and gardeners ... offers superb value and wide-ranging information."—Dorothea Bedigian, Plant Systematics and Evolution, May 2005 (Dorothea Bedigian Plant Systematics and Evolution )
"A magnificent reference work that will give pleasure to botanists, perfumers, aromatherapists, growers, and gardeners ... offers superb value and wide-ranging information."—Dorothea Bedigian, Plant Systematics and Evolution, May 2005 (Dorothea Bedigian Plant Systematics and Evolution )
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"Tim Upson and Susyn Andrews have taken on the enormous taxonomic task to sort out the 40 species and their cultivars and hybrids in this comprehensive reference that truly rates as a classic for this important genus."—Marilyn K. Alaimo, Chicago Botanic Garden, March 2006
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