Favorite Books--PBS TOW
Arnold (Mon, 09 Dec 2002 12:50:35 PST)

I started collecting Bulb books before I had anywhere to grow them. I
picked up a copy of Brian Mathew's "Crocus" about ten years ago and now
I see it can sell for upwards of $100.00. I have Collins Guide and
James Wells "Modern Miniature Daffodils" Which I use very often.
Although I understand from some very well appointed daffodil experts
that there are errors in Well's book.

I find that catalogs are a wonderful source of information and try to
keep a supply of them around, especially from the small specialty bulb
growers. John Bryan's book is a must have for the vast amount of
information that is in one place. The images are an extra added bonus.
Although I find that in some cases printed images are often not a true
representation of true flower color. ( A flower by any other color...)

But, the Phillips & Rix book "Bulbs" with a good blend of
scientific and in habitat images is the most worn book in the house.

Arnold