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Few perennials are as tough and versatile as daylilies (genus Hemerocallis), and even fewer offer daylilies' enormous range of colour, shape and growing characteristics. The ease of hybridizing daylilies is a major attraction for the enthusiast. Virtually any gardener can hybridize daylilies, but this blessing of easy breeding can also be something of a curse to the newcomer. Tens of thousands of new daylilies are bred each year. How to choose and grow daylilies amid this profusion? John Peat and Ted Petit have come to the rescue in this authoritative overview of all aspects of daylily history, cultivation and breeding. Inspired by R. W. Munson Jr.'s classic treatment, Hemerocallis, they fully describe the history of the modern daylily. In the heart of the book, they detail the various types of hybrids and provide indispensable advice for growing all of them well. More than 200 beautiful colour photographs and illustrations round out the work.
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This book is an excellent resource for getting to know the individuals and groups associated with award winning daylilies
William Johnson E-Streams 16/05/2005
A horticultural gem.
John Bagnasco Garden Compass 12/04/2005
If you need convincing about using daylilies in your garden, this book will do it . . . this volume reinvigorated my fondness for daylilies and intrigued me as to how they may yet develop.
Susan Crittenden Dig: The Magazine for Northwest Gardeners 03/02/2005
The Daylily . . . is authoritative overview of all aspects of daylily history, cultivation, and breeding.
Floral and Nursery Times 08/03/2005
If you are attracted to these lovely flowers, this book will be an outstanding aide. From there you are on your own, if addiction sets in.
Pauline Keegan Hobby Greenhouse 12/04/2005
Novice gardeners may find this volume useful.
Rachael Green American Reference Books Annual 11/05/2005
Another beautiful book by Peat and Petit.
Joanne S. Carpender National Gardener 01/12/2004
This is a great reference book for both novice and expert daylily growers. [This book] is a look at the best of the best...have your pencil and shopping list at the ready!
Mary Ann Newcomer Garden Themes 13/09/2005
A well executed introduction to the development of the modern daylily, and a good beginner's guide to cultivation.
Alberto Grossi Herbertia 26/09/2005