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Begin your lifelong love affair with the mindful art of bonsai. Do
you know your shari from your nebari? Can you tell literati styling
from informal upright? Want to know how to create that gnarled and
twisted look? Let Happy Bonsai guide you along the path to
enlightenment, with care and display profiles for 40 top trees and
fully illustrated step-by-steps of more than 20 bonsai techniques
and styles. Find your perfect tree and discover how to prune,
shape, and tend to its needs to create a beautiful living
sculpture. Fall in love with this most meditative of garden crafts.
Identifying wildlife in Britain and Ireland is quick and easy with
this complete practical field guide to the animals, plants, and
fungi of the British Isles. The pocket-sized format means Pocket
Nature Wildlife of Britain and Ireland is perfectly portable and
ideal for slipping into your rucksack while rambling, or popping
into the glove compartment for trips further afield. Packed with
in-situ photography and text written by wildlife experts, this
indispensable book covers everything from trees, wild flowers, and
fungi to wild animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles,
amphibians, fish, and insects. The key features of this beautiful
book to British and Irish wildlife includes: - Close-up photography
shows key details and highlights distinguishing features, making it
easy to identify species. - Each entry includes at-a-glance facts
for quick reference. - Simple graphics provide information on scale
and silhouette shape to aid quick identification. -Distribution
maps provide a quick and easy guide to the best areas to spot each
species This nature book is organized into groups that are easily
understood and recognized by the complete novice. Coverage is
comprehensive, with more than 1,000 species included. Each entry
comprises a prominent photo of the subject for identification,
supporting photos that show important details or variations, and a
data panel to summarize key facts consistently. A simple text
profile picks out the most useful details to aid accurate
identification and provides interesting background information.
Maps show you where you can expect to find a species, so you can
plan your spotting and make the most of your surroundings, whether
you are on a holiday browse or serious quest. From the Hummingbird
Hawk-moth to the False Deathcap fungus, Pocket Nature Wildlife of
Britain and Ireland is the ideal family guide to wildlife in the
British Isles.
From elegant floral boutiques and lively flower markets to glorious
blooming trees and expansive public gardens, flowers are an
essential ingredient in the rich sensory bouquet that is Parisian
life. This notebook is part of a stationery collection that
captures the blossoming essence of the famous city through
Georgianna Lane's dreamy photographs of gorgeous florals paired
with images of the abundant botanical motifs found in Parisian
architecture. With it's embossed and foil-stamped cover and lined
pages throughout, the PARIS IN BLOOM notebook brings a little bit
of Parisian romance to everyday note-taking. Also Available: Paris
in Bloom 2019 Wall Calendar (ISBN: 978-1-4197-3004-7)
Learn to identify North Carolina and South Carolina trees with this
handy field guide, organized by leaf type and attachment. With this
famous field guide by award-winning author and naturalist Stan
Tekiela, you can make tree identification simple, informative, and
productive. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of
trees that don't grow in the Carolinas. Learn about 153 species
found in the region, organized by leaf type and attachment. Just
look at a tree's leaves, then go to the correct section to learn
what it is. Fact-filled information contains the particulars that
you want to know, while full-page photographs provide the visual
detail needed for accurate identification. Book Features 153
species: Every native tree plus common non-natives Easy to use:
Thumb tabs show leaf type and attachment Compare feature: Decide
between look-alikes Stan's Notes: Naturalist tidbits and facts
Professional photos: Crisp, stunning full-page images This new
edition includes updated photographs; expanded information; a Quick
Compare section for leaves, needles, and silhouettes; and even more
of Stan's expert insights. So grab Trees of the Carolinas Field
Guide for your next outing-to help ensure that you positively
identify the trees that you see.
This book is a dictionary of British (native, naturalised and
cultivated) plants and the folklore associated with them. Unlike
many plant-lore publications Vickery's Folk Flora tells us what
people currently do and believe, rather than what Victorians did
and believed. The result is a vivid demonstration that plant
folklore in the British Isles is not only surviving but
flourishing; adapting and evolving as time goes by, even in urban
areas. Each entry includes: - The plant's English and scientific
(Latin) name, as well as significant local names. - A brief
description of the plant and its distribution, and, in the case of
cultivated plants, a history of their introduction to the British
Isles - Information on the folklore and traditional uses of the
plant, arranged where possible in a sequence starting with general
folk beliefs (superstitions), use in traditional customs, use in
folk medicine, other uses, and legends concerning individual
representatives of the plant. In addition to the major entries
there are a number of minor entries for feast days, diseases and
other subjects which direct readers to relevant major entries, e.g.
St. George's Day, on which red roses are worn; dandelions are
gathered; and runner beans are planted.
The West Virginia Nature Set offers the best in wildlife and plant
identification for The Mountain State. The set includes three
Pocket Naturalist Guides to West Virginia -- Trees &
Wildflowers, Birds, and Wildlife -- and is attractively packaged in
a cellophane bag. The beautifully illustrated folding guides
highlight well over 300 familiar and unique species and include
ecoregion maps featuring prominent wildlife-viewing areas and
botanical sanctuaries. Laminated for durability, Pocket Naturalist
Guides are lightweight, pocket-sized sources of portable
information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.
Made in the USA.
A tribute to the natural history of some of our most iconic British
woods. The National Trust manages hundreds of woods, covering over
60,000 acres of England and Wales. They include many of the oldest
woodlands in the land and some of the oldest living things of any
kind - trees that are thousands of years old. From Dean to Epping,
from Hatfield to Sherwood, this book covers the natural history of
our forests and how they have changed the face of our landscape.
Covering the different species of trees that give our woods their
unique characters, the plants and animals that inhabit them and the
way their appearance changes throughout the seasons, Woods is a
fascinating and beautifully illustrated celebration of Britain's
trees and the ancient stories that surround them.
The Alberta Nature Set offers the best in wildlife and plant
identification for this spectacular Canadian province. Our three
popular Pocket Naturalist Guides to British Columbia - Trees &
Wildflowers, Birds, and Wildlife - are attractively packaged and
value-priced for savings when purchased as a set. Highlighting over
300 species of animals and plants, these beautifully illustrated
guides include ecoregion maps that feature prominent
wildlife-viewing areas and botanical sanctuaries. Laminated for
durability, Pocket Naturalist Guides are lightweight, pocket-sized
sources of information and ideal for field use by natural science
and outdoor recreation professionals, nature lovers, and visitors
to Alberta.
With its high plains, rolling hills, and river valleys, Kansas is
home to a surprisingly diverse flora, and among these riches are
the 166 species of trees, shrubs, and woody vines identified,
described, and pictured in this handy guide. Expanding and updating
H. A. Stephens's 1969 classic, this handbook offers full
descriptions of woody plant species found in the wild in Kansas,
138 of them native. County-level distribution maps show where
species have been documented, and nearly 1,000 color photographs
highlight morphological features—habit, bark, leaves, flowers,
and fruit. Updated scientific nomenclature reflects our current
understanding of the taxonomy of woody species, as well as the most
recent findings in studies of DNA, macro- and micromorphology,
cytology, ecology, and phenology. With keys for identification,
additional notes about nearly 100 other native and nonnative woody
plants found in the state, and a comprehensive glossary defining
all technical botanical terms, this user-friendly handbook should
be the go-to guide for plant enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Celebrate North America’s graceful and elegant wildflowers.
Wildflowers color our lives. We never tire of experiencing their
beauty and charm. They capture our attention, calm us, and create
feelings of tranquility. Professional naturalist and award-winning
photographer Stan Tekiela has been studying and photographing
wildflowers for more than 30 years. In Wildflowers, the
award-winning author and naturalist has collected his very best
images from throughout the United States and Canada. Stan’s
full-color photos are on glorious display and are paired with his
observations and expert insights, giving you the details you want
in short, easy-to-read blocks of text. Turn to any page of this
elegantly designed book, and be amazed by the color, detail, and
diversity of our beloved wildflowers. The sturdy
softcover-with-flaps format gives the book coffee-table appeal. So
bring the allure of wildflowers into your home, and let Stan’s
vibrant photography captivate you.
From beach peas to serviceberries, hen of the woods to Indian
cucumber, ostrich ferns to sea rocket, this guide uncovers the
edible wild foods and healthful herbs of New York. Helpfully
organized by environmental zone, the book is an authoritative guide
for nature lovers, outdoorsmen, and gastronomes.
Wild Plants for a Sustainable Future is an output from The Useful
Plants Project, managed by Kew's Seed Conservation Department
through the Millennium Seed Bank Partnership in Botswana, Kenya,
Mali, Mexico and South Africa. Many inhabitants of these countries
depend directly on natural vegetation for everyday needs such as
food, medicine, fuel and building materials, and plants are faced
with a range of threats that include climate change,
over-exploitation, shortage of water, habitat loss and invasion of
exotic species. The Useful Plants Project helps communities become
better equipped to face such challenges by improving their
livelihoods and using the surrounding resources in a more
sustainable way. The book includes five chapters, compiled by
experts from Botswana, Kenya, Mali, South Africa and Mexico. 110
species profiles are included, selected as being among the most
important useful plants for the rural communities. Mostly thes are
trees and shrubs, along with cacti, subshrubs, and perennial and
annual herbs. Each species profile includes a description,
information on taxonomy and nomenclature, fruits and seeds,
distribution, habitat, uses, known hazards and safety, conservation
status, seed conservation, propagation and trade. Illustrated
throughout with images of the plants in the wild, associated
habitats, seed morphology, and use in cultivation. Glossary of
botanical and technical terms is included at the end of the book.
Our penchant for keeping house plants is an ancient practice dating
back to the Pharaohs. House Plants explores the stories behind the
plants we bring home and how they were transformed from wild plants
into members of our households. A billion-dollar global industry,
house plants provide an interaction with nature, and contribute to
our health, happiness and wellbeing. They also support their own
miniature ecosystems and are part of the home biome. Featuring many
superb illustrations, House Plants explores both their botanical
history and cultural impact, from song (Gracie Fields's Biggest
Aspidistra in the World), literature (Orwell's Keep the Aspidistra
Flying) and cinema (Audrey II in Little Shop of Horrors) to
fashion, technology, contemporary design, and painting.
Trees mirror in many ways the life cycle of human beings: they are
born from seed, they breathe and drink, they grow to maturity,
reproduce and eventually die from age or disease. Their branches,
roots and the veins of their leaves resemble human blood vessels,
and certain species even ooze a reddish, blood-like sap when
damaged.From ancient times, people appreciated the spiritual value
of trees, singling out individual trees for special veneration. In
Ireland the roots of tree worship reach deep into pagan Celtic
religion and spirituality. Christine Zucchelli looks at these
trees, from Fairy Thorns to Rag Trees, from Mass Bushes to Monument
Trees. This fascinating exploration of their stories and legends
reveals their spiritual, social and historical functions from pagan
times to the present.
John Harris, head gardener at Tresillian Estate in Cornwall,
imparts his abundance of horticulture knowledge, specifically
focusing on how to garden using the moon's cycles. Humans and the
world around us have been governed by the waxing and waning of the
moon since the planet came into being. Over the centuries different
civilizations have embraced these natural cycles, and so lunar
gardening has been around for as long as man has pulled food from
the soil; once practiced by the Incas and Native Americans, this
tried and trusted method has been largely forgotten. John Harris,
head gardener at Tresillian Estate in Cornwall, has been using Moon
Gardening for over forty years. The methods he uses can be
implemented anywhere. You do not need fancy tools, expensive seeds,
or substantial acreage; instead, you simply need time, patience,
and care to create breath-taking results. This is gardening at its
most natural and organic. The Natural Gardener charts John's story
from a rudderless young lad in a Cornish village to being charged
with the salvation of the long-neglected gardens at Tresillian. As
he shares how to follow the simple principles of moon gardening, he
imparts his abundance of horticultural knowledge from years spent
working in harmony with the soil, providing a timely link back to
nature and the reassuring regularity of the seasons.
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