But the new field guide is lightweight and easy to use, has full info on 272 of the hostas which zilis considers essential and each entry includes information on other related hostas. The hosta handbook can be thought of as a field guide to hostas and is meant to be carried around in the garden. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Timber press pocket guide to hostas, by diana grenfell. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Mar 01, 2014 buy mark zilis field guide to hostas spi by zilis, mark r. This book is a thick 428 pages and full of so much information on the growing of hostas. The author is the same who published the very popular hosta handbook which is out of print, but continues to be sought. Zilis, 9780967944005, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
More than just pretty pictures, he gives solid information on the varied world of hostas. In the hostapedia, mark zilis describes every hosta that he has encountered over the past thirty years. This is the highly anticipated follow up to mark zilis original book, the hosta handbook. Buy mark zilis field guide to hostas book online at best prices in india on. Favorite gardening magazines and books favorite perennials.
Hosta book references nihs northern illinois hosta society. Mark zilis field guide to hostas in the country garden. It is done in alphabetical order and has great descriptions of the different varieties of hosta. Hosta hosta hosta article by plant delights nursery. This longawaited definitive book on hostas is the most definitive work on hostas in print. The 4 14 wide by 9 long format lends itself to this purpose. Zilis in his field guide to hostas mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breeding, and propagating hostas. This book is designed to be taken with you to the garden, or anywhere else you need to access its wealth of information. Although mark zilis, author of the definitive hosta reference book the hostapedia, calls it one of the greatest hosta cultivars ever introduced, it is hard to find and expensive when you do find it.
The hosta book by paul aden timber press quite dated but a good introductory book for those just beginning in the hosta world. Mostly, theyre coffeetable picture books totally unwieldly to carry and ones ill never look at again. This book is superior and makes the other hosta books in my library look like simple picture books. Mark zilis field guide to hostas is the longawaited new hosta book from mark zilis, author of the hosta handbook and the hostapedia. The longawaited definitive book on hostas by mark r. Quantity available 1 binding paperback publisher q and z nursery place of publication rochelle, il. The title of this book is mark zilis field guide to hostas and it was written by mark r.
In 2009, mark released the hostapedia, an encyclopedia of hostas which details over 7400 different types of hostas in an 1128 page book. He describes the 272 most important hostas in existence, using vibrant photographs, measurements and astute comments to illustrate his choices. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Hosta handbook by mark r zilis paperback 2003 from. The ultimate takeitintothegarden book that every serious gardener should own. Its a must for every collector, nurseryman, and gardener. Mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breeding, and propagating hostas in his 2014 book, field guide to hostas. A book that every serious shade gardener, hosta aficionado, and horticulturist should own. Hostas grow your hostas as per species habits, by reggie d. Zilis is a large 1125 page hardbound encyclopedia featuring over 7400 hosta descriptions, az. Much has happened in the world of hostas since zilis initial publication and the hostapedia will no doubt become.
The gardeners guide to growing hosta, by diana grenfell. Over 428 pages, mark delves into the top 272 types of hostas, completely describing them and evaluating their merits. Hosta handbook author zilis, mark r illustrator full color photographs formatbinding spiral. Hosta victory is the largest variegated hosta ever introduced.
Mark authored and selfpublished three books about hostas. The hostapedia an encyclopedia of hosta, by mark zilis. The author is the same who published the very popular hosta handbook which is out of print, but continues to be sought after by hosta. In this field guide to hostas mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breeding, and propagating hostas. Wholesale growers dont like it because it grows slowly in pots. These hostas are the result of diligent hybridization and tissue culture mutation selection over the years. Mar 03, 2014 grow salad greens all winter for less than 20 dollars gardening tips roots and refuge duration.
Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. In 2014, mark released his third book, mark zilis field guide to hostas. The hostapedia by mark zilis in the hostapedia, mark zilis describes every hosta that he has encountered over the past thirty years. Climate, plant quirks, personal observations, as well as leaf size, color, growth habits and more. Book condition used vg in wraps with spiral wire binding. Flower color is purplelavender and blooms in summer. Mark zilis field guide to hostas this is an updated version of marks first book, the hosta handbook. In less than a month the nursery was completely cleared out, the nursery employees were let go, and many retail hosta nurseries, including our own, had to.
Mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breedi. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. The color encyclopedia of hosta, by diana grenfell. Mark zilis field guide to hostas 2014, paperback ebay. This amazing specimen was discovered by hostaphile mark zilis as a sport of hosta elatior. Over half of the main listings are new, wih the rest revised and updaged. The hosta handbook by mark zilis this edition covers plants mostly not in the later book from zilis titled hostapedia, out of print guide to hosta plants, growing requirements, identification. Hosta victory makes a giant 3 tall x 7 wide clump of large green leaves edged with a wide border of creamy white. Mark zilis field guide to hostas a to z perennials. Its full of useful information to identify the hostas that meet the needs of your.
The hostapedia is a musthave for any serious hosta lover, but lets be realistic. Zilis this longawaited definitive book on hostas is the most definitive work on hostas in print. The hostapedia by mark zilis over 7400 hosta descriptions listed az 1900 color photos complete index of hosta names factual and entertaining most difinitive work on hostas in print and a must for every collector, nurseryman and gardener the hostapedia by mark r. Mark zilis field guide to hostas paperback mar 1 2014 by mark r. Through photos, measurements, and comments he describes the 272 most important hostas in existence.
This 600 page book described and discussed the top hostas and their sports in a spiralbound format making it easy to carry around in the garden. Buy mark zilis field guide to hostas spi by zilis, mark r. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Mar 01, 2014 in his field guide to hostas mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breeding, and propagating hostas. It was published by a to z perennials inc and has a total of 428 pages in the book. Grow salad greens all winter for less than 20 dollars gardening tips roots and refuge duration. Mark zilis field guide to hostas mason hollow nursery. The long awaited hosta book from mark zilis is available for immediate purchase and shipping. This includes forms he studied in gardens and nurseries throughout the united states and those he observed in native habitats and collections in japan. In his field guide to hostas mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breeding, and propagating hostas. Nov 18, 2008 the hostapedia by mark zilis over 7400 hosta descriptions listed az 1900 color photos complete index of hosta names factual and entertaining most difinitive work on hostas in print and a must for every collector, nurseryman and gardener the hostapedia by mark r. I compared my collection of about 500 and learned i have only 101 of the 272.
Buy mark zilis field guide to hostas book online at low. It is a great book to take along to a nursery while you are shopping for hosta. This is the most definitive work on hostas to date. Mark is taking preorders for a march 2009 delivery of a signed copy of his new book. Hardiness zone 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b. Hardcover with a dust jacket, book is also signed by the author on the front page. Outstanding addition to any hosta gardeners library.
Mark zilis original hosta handbook was published in 2000 and many gardeners have wished for an updated version. Oct 01, 2001 buy the hosta handbook spi by zilis, mark r. The first, the hosta handbook, was released in 2000. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Hosta plantaginea ming treasure from mark zilis of rochelle, illinois promises to be that long awaited pot of variegation at the end of the rainbow. Mark zilis field guide to hostas take the mystery out of growing.
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