Author: G. K. Fenderson
Title: A Synoptic Guide to the Genus Primula
Description: Lawrence, Allen Press, Inc. 1986. First edition. Cloth. A lovely first edition copy of G. K. Fenderson's 'Synoptic Guide to the Genus Primula&apos. A comprehensive and fascinating reference work to the genus 'Primula' that contains mainly herbaceous flowering plants in the family 'Primulaceae&apos. This genus includes the 'Primrose', a familiar wildflower of banks and verges,and other species that are often valued for their ornamental flowers. This text contains chapters devoted to: the taxonomic history of the genus (including its origins and distribution), the cultivation of particular species or groups, instructions for growing primulas from seeds, and a detailed study of pests and diseases. This copy also features an extensive bibliography that includes both botanical and horticultural works. Collated, complete with fifty-six line drawings. Complete with original unclipped dustwrapper. In a cloth binding with original unclipped dustwrapper. Externally, lovely. Very slightly bumped to head of spine. Small mark to front pastedown and front free-endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages very bright and clean throughout. Dustwrapper lovely. Very small mark to tail of spine and rear of wrap. Fine . Ill.: Unnamed. Fine/Fine.

Keywords: Fenderson Botany First Edition Illustrated Botany Flower Primula Unnamed


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