Hardy Ornamental Flowering Trees and Shrubs

The author surveys a wide selection of hardy ornamental flowering trees and shrubs, describing around thirteen hundred species and varieties, their botanical names, synonyms, native origins, and introduction history where known. Entries give concise descriptions of habit, foliage, flowers, and hardiness, plus practical cultivation and propagation tips, soil and site preferences, and selected planting lists for special uses. An alphabetical arrangement, an index, and a calendar of flowering seasons make the work a reference for choosing and timing plantings. Emphasis is placed on broadening planting choices beyond common park trees and on testing less familiar Asian introductions for suitability in the local climate.