The Complete Encyclopedia of Garden Flowers
The Complete Encyclopedia of Garden Flowers

Author: Kate Bryant

Publisher: Thunder Bay Press (CA)

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781592230563

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Flowers are with us at every stage of our life. They are featured in rituals and celebrations in cultures all over the world. We use them to adorn our home, to establish a mood, to give as gifts, and to create a garden of beauty and color. By choosing plants carefully, the gardener can produce a wonderful outdoor area that will continue to provide a delightful floral display throughout the seasons. The Complete Encyclopedia of Garden Flowers features the most beautiful blooms from around the world, including annuals and perennials, trees, orchids, shrubs, ground covers, bromeliads, and bulbs. As well as popular plants such as roses, rhododendrons, and camellias, there are the less well known but no less striking trumpet-shaped flowers of Brugmansia, the charming heart-shaped blooms of Dicentra, and the dazzlingly colorful flower spikes of Lupinus. The book begins with a fascinating introduction to growing flowers, choosing the right plant for your region, and caring for your garden. There are also informative articles on the different groups of flowering plants. Following this section is an A to Z of flowers, from abutilon to zinnia. For each genus there is a general introduction plus cultivation information and a helpful hint. There is also an at-a-glance table that reveals the favorite species and groups, describing their size, flower color, flowering season, fragrance, hardiness zone, and frost tolerance. Delightful full-color photographs are accompanied by detailed captions. This stunning book also features an easy-to-use seasonal calendar, a glossary, and a fully cross-referenced index. With its accessible style, mix of practical and factual information, comprehensive descriptions, and gorgeous color photographs, The Complete Encyclopedia of Garden Flowers is a must for every gardener, and for all who love the unique beauty and romance of flowers. The Complete Encyclopedia of Garden Flowers features popular flowering plants from all over the world. Some have been photographed in gardens, while others are shown in their natural habitat. The full-color shots make it easy for gardeners to picture the plants in their own garden. Book jacket.

Encyclopedia of Garden Plants and Flowers
Encyclopedia of Garden Plants and Flowers

Author: Lance Hattatt

Publisher: Whitecap Books

Published: 1998-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781551107509

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This giant encyclopedia is the ultimate gardening reference, featuring hundreds of plant listings, each with a full-color photograph. Concise, helpful notes will help readers decide which shrubs, vines, annuals, perennials, and groundcovers best suit their needs.

Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers
Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers

Author: Christopher Brickell

Publisher: DK

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780756668570

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Packed with 8,000 plants for every climate--inside and out--from trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, biennials, bulbs, water plants, and cacti, the "AHS Encyclopedia of Plants & Flowers" is a must-have reference for all gardeners! This fully revised and updated edition features a brighter, clearer design and improved navigation--cataloging plants by color, season, and size--that makes the book more intuitive for the reader

Encyclopedia of Garden Plants for Every Location
Encyclopedia of Garden Plants for Every Location

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2014-09-15

Total Pages: 402

ISBN-13: 1465495142

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Discover everything you need to transform your empty plot into a stunning garden oasis with this gardening encyclopedia. This horticultural gem includes more than 2,000 recommendations from gardening experts and features valuable information and advice to expand on your gardening ideas. Planning your garden has never been this easy with this informative planting guide that every gardener needs on their bookshelf. Here’s what you’ll find inside: • Includes planting suggestions for over 30 types of sites, from notoriously dry ground by a hedge or fence to cracks in walls or paving • Explains how to assess site and soil, and presents a stunning range of plant partners and planting schemes • Includes a comprehensive range of more than 3,000 plants organized by size and situation • Simple recipes show you how to create beautiful beds, borders and garden designs • A “Special Effects” section helps you find plants with fragrant, colorful or architectural properties and offers solutions to common gardening problems and pests, like slugs, rabbits and deer Whether you have a small urban garden or sprawling acres of land, this gardening guide will help you every step of the way to create your garden masterpiece! You’ll discover a wealth of information on sections like which plants thrive in shady spots or whittle away in bright sunny areas, or “Special Effects” themes like Asian or Greek-inspired garden designs. The Encyclopedia of Garden Plants for Every Location is produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution, whose Smithsonian's Gardens creates and manages the Smithsonian's outdoor gardens, interiorscapes, and horticulture-related collections and exhibits. Your dream garden is within reach thanks to this helpful gardening reference book, perfect for gardeners looking to make the most out of their plot.

The Royal Horticultural Society A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants
The Royal Horticultural Society A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants

Author: Christopher Brickell

Publisher:

Published: 1999-09-30

Total Pages: 1080

ISBN-13: 9780751345209

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The 15000 plants featured in this encyclopedia have been selected by consultants from the UK, North America and Europe. They include not only tried and tested garden favourites, but also a selection of unusual species and cultivars. The plants are arranged alphabetically by botanical name. Common names are cross-referenced throughout, enabling plants to be found easily, even if the botanical name is unfamiliar. Synonyms are similaly cross-referenced. The introduction describes and explains the A-Z section, including detailed features on the plant kingdom, plant nomenclature, types and shapes. Basic concepts of hardiness, cultivation and propogation are set out in straightforward language. The A-Z section consists of individual descriptions of 15000 plants. Plants are arranged alphabetically by botanical name, with an introduction for each genus, as well as background data on the botanical family, geographical origin, native habitat, the range of plants within the genus and any unusual qualities. Symbols show the basic shape of all treees featured, while more detailed illustrations help to explain the range of flower shapes, leaf types and habitats within a particular group.

Taylor's Encyclopedia of Garden Plants
Taylor's Encyclopedia of Garden Plants

Author: Frances Tenenbaum

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 464

ISBN-13: 9780618226443

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With descriptions of more than 1,000 species, hundreds of line drawings, and 1,200 color photos, the "Taylor's Encyclopedia of Garden Plants" will be as useful 20 years from now as it is today.

The Visual Encyclopedia of Garden Plants
The Visual Encyclopedia of Garden Plants

Author: Andrew Mikolajski

Publisher: Lorenz Books

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780754818854

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What exactly is a succulent? How can I grow orchids? What are the best shrubs for a shady garden? All these questions and more are answered in this highly informative encyclopedia of common garden plants.