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Product Identifiers

PublisherTimber Press, Incorporated

ISBN-100881925608

ISBN-139780881925609

eBay Product ID (ePID)2298261

Product Key Features

Edition2

Book TitleNew Book of Salvias : Sages for Every Garden

Number of Pages344 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicPlants / General, General, Garden Design

Publication Year2003

IllustratorYes

GenreNature, Gardening

AuthorBetsy Clebsch

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1 in

Item Weight31.1 Oz

Item Length9.3 in

Item Width6.4 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2002-020457

TitleLeadingThe

Dewey Edition21

ReviewsClebsch's book could make a salvia collector out of almost any ... flower lover. ... There is plenty of information about the conditions each plant needs to succeed., With the addition of more than 50 new species and nearly 100 new photographs and illustrations, this book surpasses Clebsch's first on salvias., As soon as the first edition was released, it became the classic salvia reference book. The new edition is even better, with more photographs, beautiful illustrations, and the inclusion of 50 more plants., Betsy (Clebsch) has continued her research and documentation of this endlessly fascinating group of plants. The result is The New Book of Salvias -- and a superior book it is . . . but it is her engrossing story of each salvia that will inspire the reader to add just a few more to the garden., An expanded edition of Betsy's first wonderful book on salvias, describing more than 50 new species and cultivars and how to use them in your garden., Betsy Clebsch displays once again her experience with and extensive knowledge of this useful and diverse genus., "[Salvias are] in abundance at many garden centers now; however, I discovered from this book that there are medicinal, cold-tolerant, shade-tolerant and water-wise salvias, too." Lexington Herald-Leader, It's impossible to do justice to these impressive plants in a short article. If you're really into salvias, read The New Book of Salvias by Betsy Clebsch., From using native plants in new ways to locating nurseries and designing a native garden, this is packed with fine material., Her ideas on plant companions and instructions on propagation should prove very valuable to salvia lovers., Gives fine descriptions of all plants in the genus that you could wish. . . . Well illustrated with as many color illustrations as necessary., "Betsy Clebsch displays once again her experience with and extensive knowledge of this useful and diverse genus." --Judy Mielke, American Gardener , September/October 2003, In The New Book of Salvias, Betsy Clebsch, a noted amateur botanist and horticulturist who gardens in northern California, displays once again her experience with and extensive knowledge of this useful and diverse genus . . . the author's expertise in growing salvias shines through., What many consider to be the bible on the subject. . . The second edition surpasses the already high standards set by the first., The book is well written and includes valuable cultural information, botanical drawings and color photographs., Anyone who has enjoyed and used the first book will want to update their library with this new edition.

Dewey Decimal635.9/3396

SynopsisShowcases 150 of the most beautiful, gardenworthy species. Salvia is derived from the Latin word salvare, "to heal," and for centuries salvias have been valued for their medicinal and culinary qualities. Salvias, commonly known as sages, grow throughout the world. They occur in many forms: perennial, biennial, annual herbs, and evergreen or deciduous shrubs. These amazingly varied plants are also noteworthy for their remarkable resistance to pests and diseases, their drought tolerance-- and their beautiful flowers. In "The New Book of Salvias: Sages for Every Garden," Betsy Clebsh highlights 150 beautiful, gardenworthy species and significant hybrids. She documents them alphabetically and includes botanical descriptions, information on habit, blooming cycle, recommended companion plants, and delightful historical tidbits of discovery and usage. In her ardent pursuit of salvias, Clebsch has explored the wild to collect plants and seeds to test in her garden. The resulting wealth of cultural information in "The New Book of Salvias" ensures that our gardens will not only be exquisitely aromatic but also wonderfully picturesque., With the addition of 50 new species plus 100 new photos and illustrations, this book is an even better guide to salvias than Clebsch's first version., Showcases 150 of the most beautiful, gardenworthy species. Salvia is derived from the Latin word salvare, "to heal," and for centuries salvias have been valued for their medicinal and culinary qualities. Salvias, commonly known as sages, grow throughout the world. They occur in many forms: perennial, biennial, annual herbs, and evergreen or deciduous shrubs. These amazingly varied plants are also noteworthy for their remarkable resistance to pests and diseases, their drought tolerance-- and their beautiful flowers. In The New Book of Salvias: Sages for Every Garden , Betsy Clebsh highlights 150 beautiful, gardenworthy species and significant hybrids. She documents them alphabetically and includes botanical descriptions, information on habit, blooming cycle, recommended companion plants, and delightful historical tidbits of discovery and usage. In her ardent pursuit of salvias, Clebsch has explored the wild to collect plants and seeds to test in her garden. The resulting wealth of cultural information in The New Book of Salvias ensures that our gardens will not only be exquisitely aromatic but also wonderfully picturesque.

LC Classification NumberSB413.S22C58 2003