Roses Cultivation and Appreciation

Author: Guo Jihong
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: The text part systematically and comprehensively introduces the development and prospects of roses, their biological characteristics, horticultural classification, propagation, breeding techniques, appreciation, and evaluation. The focus is on the environmental requirements and conventional management of roses, as well as the cultivation of potted roses, cut flowers, and garden roses. The color section includes over 400 color photographs, accompanied by brief textual descriptions, providing a vivid and visual display of the color and shape characteristics of hybrid tea roses, floribunda roses, polyantha roses, miniature roses, climbing roses, groundcover roses, ancient Chinese roses, and self-bred rose varieties. These images are both aesthetically pleasing and serve as references for identifying varieties. The book combines theory with practice, offering comprehensive content that emphasizes "cultivation" and "appreciation," making it suitable for a wide range of flower enthusiasts and professionals. The book introduces the development and prospects of roses, their biological characteristics, horticultural classification, propagation, breeding techniques, appreciation, and evaluation. It contains over 400 color photographs showcasing the color and shape characteristics of hybrid tea roses, floribunda roses, polyantha roses, and other varieties.