Armitage's Vines and Climbers. A Gardener's Guide to the Best Vertical Plants.
Portland: Timber Press, 2010. First Printing of the First US Edition. A Fine copy in a Fine dust jacket. In this comprehensive reference, renowned horticulturist Allan Armitage selects and profiles the most useful and attractive climbing plants for a wide range of sites and conditions, from well-known favourites like clematis, morning glories, and wisteria to more unusual plants like Dutchman’s pipe, passion flowers, and the tropical mandevillas. Each profile includes a general description (enlivened by Armitage’s trademark wry humour) along with the plant’s hardiness, plant family, best method of propagation, method of climbing, and etymology of botanical and common names. Item #26530
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