A former Kew gardener introduces the bulbs and corms that can be grown out of doors. Weathers explains where they come from, what a bulb or corm is, soils and hints for beginners, then describes genus by genus the crocuses, tulips, lilies, irises, fritillaries and many others, with colour plates to guide the eye.
An attractive Edwardian guide for gardeners planning a spring and summer of bulbs. Download the free EPUB.