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Auction #121 begins on 27 Feb 2025

Du Plessis, (Niel) & Duncan, (Graham)

BULBOUS PLANTS OF SOUTHERN AFRICA- BOXED SLIPCASE

A Guide to Their Cultivation and Propagation with Watercolour by Elise Dodley

Published: Tafelberg Publishers, Ltd., Cape Town, 1989

Edition: First

Reserve: $75

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Estimate: $100

Bidding opens: 27 Feb 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 6 Mar 16:30 GMT

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A Guide to their Cultivation and Propagation. With contributions by Bruce Bayer. Watercolours by Elise Bodley.

Full lists of references are given throughout the text, and there is a general bibliography and a comprehensive index. Hardback with dustcover over crimson boards with vignette to front board and gilt lettering to spine. Illustrated map endpapers. 192 pages text with supporting colour plates. With matching slipcase. A very good copy.

'Here then is a beautifully illustrated guide for identifying South African geophytes, with an enumeration of various techniques for propagating them. Some of the species described here are seriously threatened in their natural habitats, so there is an urgent need for us to learn about their cultural requirements from experienced growers like Neil du Plessis and Graham Duncan. Conservation through cultivation is possible. Indeed, for many species it will be the only means of survival.' Dr John Rourke in his foreword.

  • Binding Condition: Very good
  • Overall Condition: Very good
  • Size: Folio (345 x 245 mm)


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