Carnations and Pinks for Garden and Greenhouse: Their True History and Complete Cultivation

Carnations and pinks are among the most popular of garden plants, and the late John Galbally, in company with his wife, Eileen, was an ardent enthusiast. British gardeners have been particularly devoted to carnations and pinks, and in tracing the histories of these plants in cultivation, the authors draw on their own first-hand knowledge of several generations of growers. Rich in personalities and anecdotes, these chapters are delightfully discursive. Extensive lists of recommended cultivars aid in the selection of border carnations, perpetual-flowering carnations, and pinks for every garden purpose. Of enormous practical value are the detailed chapters on cultivation techniques both in garden and in greenhouse situations, and on pests, diseases, and disorders, all based on the authors' exhaustive experience. Specialists will appreciate the advice on commercial production of carnations, on breeding new cultivars, and on exhibiting and judging for shows.