A book that every serious shade gardener, hosta aficionado, and horticulturist should own. Mostly, theyre coffeetable picture books totally unwieldly to carry and ones ill never. Mark zilis field guide to hostas exciting new hosta. He will be signing copies of his new book and answering all your hosta questions. The hostapedia is a musthave for any serious hosta lover, but lets be realistic. It documents 7,400 cultivars, and he admits that there are more. I carry this book with me everytime i go to a hosta club meeting, and i carry it with me when i go hosta shopping. These are the most common books and publications for hostas. Very helpful in identifying which hosta to use in any specific location. Mark zillis did a wonderful job with color photos, leaf descriptions, measurements and characteristics of each plant.
Many of our hosta plants are marked down from 10% to 75%. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. It is, however, a complete reference for anybody who loves hostas. Sandy loam is better than clay as it provides more root aer. This tetraploid of hosta halcyon features super thick, leathery foliage. Jul 17, 2020 im always on the lookout for gardening books to add to my collection. In total 272 types of hostas are featured and another 550 are pictured and sublisted under the main hostas. The book contains detailed information on several hundred hosta species and. Mark zilis field guide to hostas in the country garden. Mark zilis field guide to hostas take the mystery out of growing. He regularly lectures on hostas in europe and north america. It is a montanatype with gold centered foliage from gotemba nursery. See our special link hostas on sale all available from.
The hostapedia book by mark zillis, comments that this ranks as one of the best sports developed in the last 20 years. Zilis in his field guide to hostas mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breeding, and propagating hostas. It features photos of thousands of hosta cultivars and much other information. Hosta books the hostapedia a highly detailed encyclopedia. Highfiltered or dappled sunlight is necessary for clean, healthy growth. This is an updated version of marks first book, the hosta handbook.
Through photos, measurements, and comments he describes the 272 most important hostas in existence. The only problem is that the book was completed in 2000, so there are many new. Mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breeding, and propagating hostas in his 2014 book, field guide to hostas. This is the most definitive work on hostas to date.
Zilis 2001, paperback, s this is a fantastic reference book for anything you want to know more on the topic of hostas. Mature leaves measure 7 long by 5 wide, tips come to a nice point. As a matter of fact, one hosta plant can grow and spread to a meter wide. It delves into topics of interest to hosta growers such as nomenclature, taxonomy, history, and hostas in the wild. This book is designed to be taken with you to the garden, or anywhere else you need to access its wealth of information. For more information call green mountain hosta at 8023486368. Frequently asked questions lotsa hostas hosta farm. The ultimate takeitintothegarden book that every serious gardener should own. This is a fantastic reference book for anything you want to know more on the topic of hostas. Hosta book references nihs northern illinois hosta society. When i first got serious about collecting hostas, i bought a lot of books.
This flower is really a fungus in disguise new plant species described by the missouri botanical garden minnesota retiree fights city to keep natural yard the rare seeds that escaped syria for an arctic vault new variety of apple discovered by wiltshire runner chinese flower evolves to avoid humans thought to be extinct plant rediscovered. In the hostapedia, mark zilis describes every hosta that he has encountered over the past thirty years. The american hosta society has adopted the following requirement for miniature hostas. The longawaited definitive book on hostas by mark r. This hosta guide is the ultimate guide for anyone interested in hosta information. Ive also been told it is a reversion, but that was last year when i first split the plant. This book is superior and makes the other hosta books in my library look like simple picture books. Hosta s leaves differs in shape, size and color, depending on the cultivars. Mark zilis field guide to hostas a to z perennials. Hosta books the hostapedia a highly detailed encyclopedia of. Jun 14, 2007 zillis hosta handbook has it listed, no photo, as shuho nishiki. One book in particular i would love to get is the hosta encyclopedia by mark zillis, but it is very expensive so im hoping one of these days i may find one for a bargain. Michael shadrack is a member of the british hosta and hemerocallis society and the american hosta society. Zillis the hosta book paul aden the gardeners guide of growing hostas diana grenfell.
The height of the hosta plants is on average 5080 cm. In addition to being responsible for more than 300 hosta introductions, mark has authored three books on hostas, the hosta handbook 2000, the hostapedia 2009, and his current book, mark. Violaann, im going by what the zillis hosta handbook has under cherry berry. Gardener s guide to growing hostas book by diana grenfell.
Hosta plants care, varieties library, articles about hostas. Tolerant of most conditions, hostas grow best in moist, welldrained, highly organic soils with a ph between 5. Gardeners love hostas for simplicity and versatility. The title of this book is mark zilis field guide to hostas and it was written by mark r. Book condition used vg in wraps with spiral wire binding. 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 collectors. It is not, however, the plant kevin vaughn registered under that name in 1983. Zillis has a newer book out that may have more info. Hosta handbook by mark r zilis used books and rare. In his field guide to hostas mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breeding, and propagating hostas. All registered miniature hostas as of 1 are included on the list below. Someone was asking about the hosta handbook by mark zillis.
Mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breedi. This book was very helpful in basic identification of some hostas i planted i knew the names of the plants, but didnt know which was which. The hostalibrary is an independent resource not under control of any authority or country, and is a free resource for all to use. The hostalibrary is the largest and most comprehensive information resource for the genus hosta. Hostas grow your hostas as per species habits, by reggie d.
The hostapedia an encyclopedia of hosta, by mark zilis. This is a must have for any hosta enthusiast be they beginner or long time fan. Shop plants a to z hosta page 1 bloomin designs nursery. Hosta bulletproof slug resistant hosta bulletproof. More than just pretty pictures, he gives solid information on the varied world of hostas. All things gardening forumfavourite gardengardening. This book presents a totally revised and expanded version of the immensely popular hosta handbook, published in 2000. I am placing links to but with the isbn number or name you can find them offered at many other book stores. Zilis is a large 1125 page hardbound encyclopedia featuring over 7400 hosta descriptions, az. It has a heavily substanced, ruffled leaf with an ivory center. Mark zilis field guide to hostas is a totally revised and expanded version of the immensely popular hosta handbook.
Mark zilis field guide to hostas is the longawaited new hosta book from mark zilis, author of the hosta handbook and the hostapedia. The color encyclopedia of hostas by diane grenfell and mike shadrack isbn 0881926183. As the summer progresses, the center turns to a lighter green, but is still a knockout hosta. Over 428 pages, mark delves into the top 272 types of hostas, completely describing them and evaluating their merits. In the hostapedia, mark zilis describes every hosta that he has encountered. All things gardening forumfavourite gardengardening books. Other chapters include the history of hostas, taxonomy. In this field guide to hostas mark zilis takes the mystery out of selecting, growing, breeding, and propagating hostas. Mark zilis is an internationally known expert on plants in the genus, hosta. Okay, this one may not make a good coffee table book. The hosta plant grows really well and that is why gardeners are interested in as in a groundcover.
He describes the 272 most important hostas in existence, using vibrant photographs, measurements and astute comments to illustrate his choices. Large hostas get the spotlight carolyns shade gardens. In 2014, mark released his third book, mark zilis field guide to hostas. Quantity available 1 binding paperback publisher q and z nursery place of publication rochelle, il. We will send you a notification as soon as this product is available again. Photos are submitted by numerous contributors and generally are accurate representations of the cultivar. The long awaited hosta book from mark zilis is available for immediate purchase and shipping. Mark zilis original hosta handbook was published in 2000 and many gardeners have wished for an updated version. Ive added descriptions of new hostas and taped them inside. The name of the new book is the hosta encyclopedia and its destined to become the reference for hostas for years to come. Not sure if different books list it differently, very possible, i suppose. Mark zilis field guide to hostas meet your next favorite book. The hosta handbook by mark zillis 2000 states ani machi giboshi can be found in many japanese collections and is the same plant that has been sold as geisha. It was published by a to z perennials inc and has a total of 428 pages in the book.
Over half of the main listings are new, wih the rest revised and updaged. Climate, plant quirks, personal observations, as well as leaf size, color, growth habits and more. This is a terrific book and my first choice when seeking information on very specific cultivars, their growth rate, size, etc. Sandy loam is better than clay as it provides more root aeration. Mostly, theyre coffeetable picture books totally unwieldly to carry and ones ill never look at again. The hostapedia encyclopedia hosta book for shade gardens. An interview with mark zilis marcia sully, eden, new york. The hosta handbook information sources for hostas from the. Slugs have little change penetrating the deep bluegreen leaves of this newer hosta. Guardian angel hosta is a very striking medium to large size hosta that is suitable for zone 4 shade perennial gardens. This is one of the most exciting new hostas that weve grown in a long time.
Field guide to hostas delves into topics of interest to hosta growers such as nomenclature, taxonomy, history, and hostas in the wild. May 25, 2012 pp, a wonderful new hosta book just came out called hostapedia by mark zillis. A new, beautifully illustrated book by two british hosta experts. His interest in photography has led to a library of nearly 3200 hosta images, many of which have been published in books, magazines, and catalogs. The hostalibrary is an independent resource not under control of. Hostas varieties with colourful leaves are the most popular.
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