ROSES - An illustrated Encyclopaedia and Grower's handbook of species roses, old roses and modern roses, shrub roses and climbers by Peter Beales

This book is based on Peter Beales' s two authoritative books, Classic Roses and Twentieth-Century Roses, revised, updated and expanded for this first paperback edition. It is the essential handbook and reference work for all rose-growers.

DICTIONARY Gives advices on: History, breeding, characteristics, frequency of flowering, scent, fruit, foliage, suitability for climate, tolerance of shade, susceptibility to disease, and pests

ROSES IN THE LANDSCAPE Roses for parks, woodland, shrubberies, hedges, terraces, patios, trellises, pillars, arches, walls, trees and fences

Cultivation Buying, planting, breeding, nurture and cultivation

Fruit and Foliage Roses grown for their fruit and foliage

CARE OF THE ROSE Protection from pests and disease

HISTORY History and evolution of major species around the world Classification (by Jack Harkness)

MAPS 12 maps show origin and distribution of roses around the world

Paperback, 472 pages, 1992, good condition