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90029 To Have a Friend: An Exchange of Letters on Rhododendrons, Iris, Lilies, War and Peace 1945-51, Del and Ray James Northwest Rhododendron Pioners and C.P. Raffill, M.B.E., V.M.H. Compiled and edited by Frances Scharen Burns. 2001. The correspndence between Del and Ray James of Eugene, OR, two founders of the American Rhododendron Society, and C.P. Raffill of Surrey, England, is pure reading pleasure. At its core is the knowledge and curiosity of three hortitculturists, two amateurs and one professional, exchanging seeds, bulbs, plants and letters across the Atlantic. The letters are set against the dramatic historical context of a world war aftermath, and Raffitt’s personal account of the deprivations accepted by the English to restore Britain is riveting. The book is also interesting for its portrayal of the early years of rhododendron collecting on the West Coast. 539 pp, softcover $35.00.

90577 American Azaleas by L Clarence Towe. 2004. Towe covers the 15 Rhododendron species that we know as deciduous azaleas native to our American soils. At last here is a reference that emphasizes the beauty and utility of these often fragrant plants in our gardens. The author has worked with these plants over 25 years, has made some recent introductions and is more than qualified to remind us of the wealth of plants available right here. 145 pp, 66 color photos, hardcover $29.95

_{90000 Greer’s Guidebook to Available Rhododendrons by Harold E. Greer. Third Edition. 1996. This book features all new color photography and over twice the number of photographs as in earlier editions. Emphasis in this edition is placed on important varieties, newer hybrids and species, organized by where they originate and by their relationship to each other! It contains the same authoritative text regarding plant parentage, hardiness, size and rating for nearly 2,000 rhododendron hybrids and species. Handy charts compare the attributes of the plants to aid in landscaping decisions. It includes advice on planting, care, diseases, pests and propagation. 228 pp., 500 color photos, line drawings, charts, softcover $19.95.}

_{90614 Hardy Rhododendron Species: A Guide to Identification by James Cullen. 2005. Amateurs and collectors will appreciate the information in this book. This text, intended to be used to identify 300 species of Rhododendron commonly in cultivation, can also be used as a library reference for plants people interested in fleshing out their collections. This text will quickly become a classic reference for anyone interested in Rhododendron species. 496 pp, illustrations and 175 color photos, hardcover $49.95}

_{90164 Rhododendrons and Azaleas by Geoff Bryant. 2001. This covers all aspects of growing, maintaining and propagation of Rhododendrons. of particular interest is the coverage of deciduous and evergreen azaleas. This offers a simple overview for gardeners with many of the best varieties discussed and pictured. 96 pp., 96 color photos, hardcover $22.95.}

_{90031 The Pacific Coast Rhododendron Story: The Hybridizers, Collectors and Gardens. Compiled by Sonja Nelson. 2001. This is the illustrated history of the rhododendron in the Northwest—from it’s discovery in 1792 by Menzies on the shore of Puget Sound to the founding of the American Rhododendron Society and the establishment of public gardens. This is the story of the convergence of both extraordinary plants and extraordinary people, softcover $29.95, hardcover $39.95.}

_{90001 Rhododendron Basics: Growing Healthy Plants (From Greer’s Guidebook to Available Rhododendrons) by Harold E. Greer. The title covers the contents of this booklet by Mr. Greer, a well known rhododendron expert. Included is information on planting requirements, fertilizing, pests and diseases, non-disease problems, pruning, and propagation. Numerous color photos, as well as line drawings, accompany the text. The most frequently asked question is answered: "What is the difference between a rhododendron and an azalea?" Great for the home gardener and equally useful for nurseries and rhododendron society chapters. 17 pp., 49 color photos, 7 line drawings, softcover $3.50 (Postage $1.00). Inquire for quantity rates.}

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