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The Flora Zambesiaca series provides comprehensive descriptive
accounts of the flowering plants and ferns native and naturalised
in Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana and the Caprivi
Strip. Volume 7 Part 3 completes the Apocynaceae in its entirety.
A celebration of the rich diversity and beauty of indigenous trees, The
Ways and Wonders of South African Trees uncovers the fascinating world
of trees and how they function.
Presented in two parts, the first explores the physiology and behaviour
of trees and the second the grandeur of a select number of species,
richly supported by photographs.
A comprehensive introduction focuses on the complex life of trees,
uncovering how they grow, compete for water, defend themselves and make
use of photosynthesis to survive; their role in pollination; and the
symbiotic relationships they have with each other and other life forms.
Record-breakers such as the oldest, tallest and biggest trees are also
featured.
The second half of the book showcases some 160 conspicuous species,
including the iconic baobab, sausage tree and mopane tree, as well as
lesser-known but interesting trees such as baboon’s breakfast. These
accounts describe the unique traits of different trees and their
various parts, and discusses how they are used by animals and birds,
and by humans.
First published thirty years ago, the long-awaited second edition
of "Growing California Native Plants" is the ideal hands-on native
plant guide for both experienced and novice gardeners. In addition
to the voluminous knowledge contributed by Marjorie G. Schmidt, now
deceased, Katherine L. Greenberg has taken note of the vibrant
state of today's horticultural scene, adding plants and ideas that
were little known when the book first appeared. Lavishly
illustrated with 200 new color photographs, drawings, maps, and
charts, this concise and easy-to-use reference covers trees,
shrubs, perennials, annuals, bulbs, grasses, and vines, and
includes a plant selection guide for quick reference. The authors,
whose combined experience spans six decades, take California's
summer-dry climate and restricted water supplies into account and
provide helpful notes on companion plants and gardening with
wildlife. Practical and informative, "Growing California Native
Plants" is a valuable reference for gardeners everywhere in
California and an enjoyable book simply to explore.
For the first time, this extraordinary compilation showcases weird,
mysterious and bizarre plants from around the world. Plants trick,
kill, steal and kidnap, and this unique book explores a fascinating
world in which plants have turned the tables on animals. Author
Chris Thorogood showcases these plant behaviours, the
interrelationships among plants, the interdependencies between
plants and animals, and the intrigue of plant evolution. All types
of weird and sinister are featured in this book, from carnivorous
plants that drug, drown and consume unsuspecting insect prey; giant
pitcher plants that have evolved toilets for tree shrews; flowers
that mimic rotting flesh to attract pollinating flies, and orchids
that duplicitously look, feel and even smell like a female insect
to bamboozle sex-crazed male bees.
From well-loved oaks and pines to rare, spectacular species such as
the snowbells of Japan, this lavishly illustrated work is an
unparalleled guide to more than six hundred of the world's major
forest and garden trees. An excellent resource for gardeners,
botanists, and general readers alike, "The World of Trees "is a
tribute to natural beauty by a superb prose stylist, an essential
reference, and a practical guide for gardening. Hugh Johnson
illuminates his subject in thorough and loving detail: the
structure and life cycle of trees, how trees are named, trees and
the weather, the use of trees in gardens and landscape design, and
tree planting and care. The heart of the volume is a compendium of
coniferous and deciduous trees grouped by family, describing and
illustrating important species and varieties. It also includes a
guide to choosing trees for the garden and an A-Z listing of the
most important and popular species and varieties.
"The World of Trees" is a completely revised edition of Hugh
Johnson's classic "International Book of Trees" featuring new
photographs, systematic illustrations of all key tree parts, and
current listings for the newest varieties and cultivars
**SHORTLISTED FOR THE GARDEN MEDIA AWARDS, INSPIRATIONAL BOOK OF
THE YEAR** The lotus, lily, sunflower, opium poppy, rose, tulip and
orchid: seven flowers, each with its own story full of surprises
and secrets, each affecting the world around us in subtle yet
powerful ways. But what is the nature of their power and how did it
develop? Why have these particular plants become the focus of
gardens, literature and art? In order to find the answers, author
and horticultural historian Jennifer Potter tracks this septet of
flowers across the globe as she examines the influence they have
had on civilizations through the ages. These are both histories and
detective stories, full of incident and unexpected revelations.
Here are the flowers of life and death; of purity and passion; of
greed, envy and virtue; of hope and consolation; of the beauty that
drives men wild. All seven demonstrate the enduring ability of
flowers to speak metaphorically - if we could only decode what they
have to say.
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O'Nights
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Cecily Parks
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R335
Discovery Miles 3 350
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Starting in 1844 with the earliest images of the building of the
Palm House, right up to the building of the Australian House and
the 1960s, this book provides a fascinating slice of history,
filtered through the lens of botanical exploration and science.
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