Publications
In this first book of its kind, Jim Gardiner, a recognized magnolia expert, outlines the plant's fascinating history. He then shows you how to become a successful magnolia gardener. The 64 pages of full-color photographs illustrate approximately sixty types of magnolias.
Canadian and overseas members
$30 each
A detailed examination of the charms and challenges of growing magnolias. Full treatment is given to all significant species and hybrids with particular attention to cultural concerns such as siting and selecting, propogation methods and coping with pests and diseases.
Canadian members
Overseas members (Express mail)
$46 each
$54 each
An excellent guide to the species, cultivars and hybrids, illustrated with more than 140 splendid color photographs. A reference of value to both layperson and enthusiast.
The book is published bilingually in Chinese and English. Its main contents include; 1)The book includes 170 species, 1 hybrid, 1 subspecies and 6 varieties belonging to 11 genera. Among them, 46 species and 1 variety which were added ined. Behind their latin names are embodied for the first time. Botanical name and Chinese name are both given to each species, along with brief description of morphological characters, florescence and fructescence, habitat, geographic distribution, conservation status and usage in landscape-gardening; 2)The book is fully illustrated with 93 color drawings, 44 black and white sketches and 552 color photographs. Most of the species are shown with pictures of flowers, fruits and whole plants; 3)At the end of the book, there are appendices of the cultivation and propagation techniques of magnolias, the taxonomic systems of Magnoliaceae by Liu Yu-Hu, and the index of Chinese names (including alternative names).
An alternate source:
China Scientific Book Services
The proceedings from the International Symposium held in Guangzhou, China in May 1998. The Proceedings contain the research results, scientific information and experiences of conservation and utilization of magnoliaceous plants. Contact Secretary for price.
Contributions from many leading specialists on the genus Magnolia and its allies in the family Magnoliaceae. Includes a systematic account by Dr Stephen Spongberg of the Magnoliaceae hardy in temperate regions.
Non-members - within U.S.
Members - outside U.S.
Non-members - outside U.S.
$50 each
$45 each
$55 each
A listing of published names of cultivated magnolias with over 1000 entries. Most cultivars are described and parentage given where known. The Check List is updated with names/registrations through 1999.
Canadian members (shipped first class)
Overseas members (shipped air mail)
$20.00 each
$22.00 each
Up to now, the magnolias of Mexico and Central America have been little studied, poorly understood and largely misunderstood by botanists. After several years of field study and research, Antonio Vazquez has completed such a study.
Journal Back Issues and Reprints
U.S. members
Canadian and Overseas members
Original publications: (list back issues needed)
$15 each
$20 each
$5 each
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