Cut Flowers of the World

This full-colour photographic guide describes and illustrates over 350 different species of widely used cut flowers and foliage plants. Cut Flowers of the World is a user-friendly but scientifically accurate, quick reference guide to the most important commercial cut flowers, foliage greens and potted flowers that are sold in florist shops all over the world. This second edition has been expanded to include updated cultivar photos, and a new section on the practical aspects of cut flower production.For each flower, the following information is given: description of the plant; geographical origin;historical overview; cultivation; properties such as colours, scent and vaselife; quality criteria (how to select for quality); and the proper care and handling of theflowers. Also included are introductory chapters on basic aspects such as cultivation methods, harvesting and shipping techniques, cultivar development, and modern trends in marketing.

ISBN:	9781789241334
Publisher:	CABI
Imprint:	CABI
Published date:	27 Feb 2020
DEWEY:	635.966
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	472
Weight:	1298g
Height:	245mm
Width:	175mm
Spine width:	30mm

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