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Books > Gardening > Gardening: plants > House plants
Saffron is a Cape Town-based plant guru who is obsessed with plants, and she has over 500 of them. After years of amassing them, she put her knowledge to the test by writing "Jungle Problems," a user-friendly guide that will teach plant parents everything they need to know to keep their plants healthy and thriving.
Designed for gardener’s who want to know the secret language of their leafy friends, this fantastic guide will teach readers how to quickly diagnosing any issue with their plants, from the cause of their mysterious yellowing to the cause of their defiant wilting.
Saffron's Jungle Problems is jam-packed with helpful hints, brilliant solutions, and colourful illustrations. This is a fantastic resource which will turn any home gardener into the ultimate botanical investigator.
The Field Guide to the Succulent Euphorbias of southern Africa by
Alma Moeller and Rolf Becker is a pioneer publication on euphorbias
in southern Africa. It is a beautifully illustrated, full colour
identification guide that makes it easy for the layperson as well
as anybody interested in the flora of southern Africa to identify a
particular species. The Guide contains: Introductory chapters
containing general information about the species characters, how to
identify an euphorbia, growing euphorbias in cultivation, gardening
with euphorbias, medicinal and other uses, herbaceous species and
invaders. Detailed descriptions of 224 species, including emphasis
on distinguishing features, habitat, distribution maps,
conservation status, scientific and known common names, as well as
notes on similar species. Similar looking species are grouped
together in 18 species groups, based on easily recognisable
morphological characters. Group 19 contains previously undescribed
species, and Group 20 contains species of uncertain status. More
than 870 full-colour photographs and illustrations. Taxonomic
classification. Glossary and index to scientific and common names.
The Big Book of House Plants is a source of green inspiration for small-space gardening, featuring an impressive directory of 100 of the most popular varieties of foliage to own, including cacti, succulents and house plants. From dramatic palms and tropical leafy wonders to beautiful ferns and flowering potted plants – this book covers everything you need to know about nurturing and growing your own.
Each of the 100 plants is accompanied by luscious photography and an easy-to-follow breakdown of all the essential requirements for that variety. This includes details on size, growth and flowering, along with any extra tips on caring for that specific plant.
Perfect for anyone wanting to grow their indoor plant collection or a gift for a plant-loving friend, The Big Book of House Plants is the ultimate modern guide to all your indoor planting needs.
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