ReviewsSOne test of a good book is that it inspires, and this one has certainly persuaded me to plant more lilacs., One test of a good book is that it inspires, and this one has certainly persuaded me to plant more lilacs., "One test of a good book is that it inspires, and this one has certainly persuaded me to plant more lilacs." -- BBC Gardens "A thorough treatment of the Lilac genus and a must-have for anyone interested in these plants." -- South Florida Sun-Sentinel "Specialist as it may be, it's good to know it's there as a source to be consulted, say, on breeding or propagation, as well as the different species themselves." -- Times "Do not let the encyclopedic nature of the book intimidate you--this is no dry read. . . . For the cultivar descriptions, the accompanying photos, the updated taxonomic treatment, and the history and tales, this is a book that belongs on every lilac lover's bookshelf." -- American Gardener "Fiala will forever be linked to American lilacs, and his book is an essential legacy for anyone who loves these shrubs." -- Evansville Courier and Press "Vrugtman has succeeded in beautifully updating an essential volume. There are important changes in classifications listed in the new version, and it is a must-have. . . . The pictures themselves are so gorgeous they conjure up the exquisite aroma." -- Idaho Farm Bureau Quarterly, SVrugtman has succeeded in beautifully updating an essential volume. There are important changes in classifications listed in the new version, and it is a must-have. . . The pictures themselves are so gorgeous they conjure up the exquisite aroma., Vrugtman has succeeded in beautifully updating an essential volume. There are important changes in classifications listed in the new version, and it is a must-have. . . The pictures themselves are so gorgeous they conjure up the exquisite aroma., Fiala will forever be linked to American lilacs, and his book is an essential legacy for anyone who loves these shrubs., SFiala will forever be linked to American lilacs, and his book is an essential legacy for anyone who loves these shrubs.
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal635.9/3387
Table Of ContentChapter 1: Taxonomy and Technical Considerations of Lilac Species Chapter 2: Lilac Species from Europe Chapter 3: Lilac Species from Asia Chapter 4: Color in Lilacs Chapter 5: Landscaping with Lilacs Chapter 6: Companion Plants to Lilacs Chapter 7: Lilac Culture Chapter 8: Lilac Diseases, Pests, and Problems Chapter 9: The Propagation of Lilacs Chapter 10: The Lilac Hybridizers of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow Chapter 11: The Lilac in Art and Design
SynopsisFirst published in 1988 by award-winning American hybridizer Reverend John Fiala, this unique reference quickly became known worldwide as the lilac lovers' bible. The latest revision combines Fiala's passion for lilacs with the expertise of Canadian plantsman Freek Vrugtman, the international lilac registrar. The new book provides up-to-date information on the 21 known lilac species and 10 natural hybrids, as well as hundreds of the 2000 named cultivars. Five hundred color photos have been added, including some which show the newest introductions from Russia and Poland. The text addresses practical concerns of selecting, growing, propagating, and using lilacs in the landscape, alone or with companion plants. It also provides fascinating details of the history, origin, and discovery of the species and of the people behind the development of the cultivars. A new chapter on lilacs in art and crafts and an updated list of places where lilacs can be viewed and celebrated complete this rich resource. Packed with 580 gorgeous color photographs, most of them previously unpublished, Lilacs: A Gardener's Encyclopedia tells the story of a classic spring-flowering shrub cherished for its reliable masses of colorful flowers and sweet fragrance.