Growing and Propagating Wild Flowers: An East-to-Use Guide for All Gardeners [Paperback]

Harry R. Phillips (Author), Dorothy S. Wilbur (Author), J. Kenneth Moore (Editor), C. Ritchie Bell (Editor, Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 23, 1985

This book, the most complete and expert treatment of wild flower propagation and cultivation to date, offers a sure approach to gardening with native plants while practicing good conservation. Based on ten years of pioneering research at the North Carolina Botanical Garden, Growing and Propagating Wild Flowers features
practical, easy-to-follow methods for raising native plants from seeds, cuttings, and divisions
specific instructions on the propagation and cultivation of plants representing nearly 100 genera of wild flowers, carnivorous plants, and ferns
more than 250 illustrations, including 32 color photographs and 3 sample design plans for a perennial border
For each species treated, the author includes
descriptions of growth habits, flowers, fruits and seeds
outstanding ornamental characteristics, flowering and fruiting times
detailed directions on the collection, cleaning, storage, and germination of seed
information on cultivation and use in the home landscape
notes on related species and their propagation
The native plants cited as examples are found primarily in the eastern United States. The propagation and handling techniques, however, will be useful throughout the temperate areas of the country.

Editorial Reviews

Review

You will find this book helpful no matter where you garden.

Southern Living

No wildflower enthusiast should be without this useful, informative book.

American Horticulturist

About the Author

The author, the editors, and the illustrator are affiliated with the North Carolina Botanical Garden at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Harry R. Phillips is former curator of native plants, J. Kenneth Moore is assistant director, and C. Ritchie Bell is director emeritus. Dorothy S. Wilbur is programs coordinator for the Garden.

Product Details

• Paperback: 341 pages
• Publisher: The University of North Carolina Press (May 23, 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0807841315
• ISBN-13: 978-0807841310
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #551,793 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Practical, December 11, 2000

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Elizabeth Kilian (Wilmington, DE USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Growing and Propagating Wild Flowers: An East-to-Use Guide for All Gardeners (Paperback)

This is a practical guide to propagating native plants. It is specific to the U.S. southeast to mid-atlantic regions. I have had pretty good results & the directions are very specific. I recommend it for beginners or seasoned gardeners.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Regional Wild Perennials, October 15, 2000

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[e-mail] (Bend, OR USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Growing and Propagating Wild Flowers: An East-to-Use Guide for All Gardeners (Paperback)

This looks like an excellent guide to seed collection and propagation. However it is highly specific to the southeast and I am looking for the high desert in Oregon. I could glean some information on mallows and yarrow, but although penstamons were mentioned they weren't discussed. I think a general recommendation for this type of book is to highlight the region that it covers.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Utilizing wildflowers in the home garden, September 27, 2001

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Lewis G Miller (Louisville, KY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Growing and Propagating Wild Flowers: An East-to-Use Guide for All Gardeners (Paperback)

I feel this book is an excellent resource for an persons desiring to learn about wildflower biology and, also those wishing to incorporate wildflowers into the perennial garden. While directed toward plants of the eastern, southern, and midwestern regions, most anyone would find this book useful. Useful suggestions are also provide regarding establishment of wildflower gardens.