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Know Your New Zealand-- Native Plants

Author : Lawrence James Metcalf

Publisher : New Holland Australia(AU)

Page : 176 pages

File Size : 10,13 MB

Release : 2009

Category : Endemic plants

ISBN : 9781869662059

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Book Description

New Zealand has a unique and attractive native plant life that is of interest to everyone from gardeners and trampers to students of botany and ecology. In Know Your New Zealand Native Plants Lawrie Metcalf introduces a selection of the most interesting, iconic and important New Zealand plants, spanning latitudes from subtropical to temperate, and altitudes from sea level to alpine mountaintop, describing their natural history and distinguishing features. This title joins New Holland's hugely successful 'Know Your ...' series, of which the first two titles - Birds and Trees - both reprinted twice within two years of their release. Written for a family readership and with the novice in mind, the text of 'Know Your...' titles is light and easy in tone, with simple language, and is accompanied by full-page, full-colour portrait photographs.



The Gardener's Encyclopaedia of New Zealand Native Plants

Author : Yvonne Cave

Publisher : Godwit

Page : 320 pages

File Size : 30,90 MB

Release : 1999

Category : Gardening

ISBN : 9781869620431

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Book Description

This reference brings together over 1000 species, hybrids and cultivars. It includes colour photographs, arranged according to the plant's attributes and use in the garden, and also includes examples of landscaping possibilities as well as numerous plant portraits.



New Zealand's Native Trees

Author : John Dawson

Publisher :

Page : 688 pages

File Size : 24,43 MB

Release : 2019-10-04

Category : Trees

ISBN : 9780947503987

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Book Description

New Zealand's Native Trees is a landmark book, the kind that is published only once in a generation. It celebrates our unique and magnificent native forests, and describes and generously illustrates more than 320 species, subspecies and varieties. This edition has been completely brought up-to-date with a significant number of botanical revisions, as many new species have been described or reclassified in the years since the book was first published.



A Field Guide to the Native Edible Plants of New Zealand

Author : Andrew Crowe

Publisher :

Page : 192 pages

File Size : 37,86 MB

Release : 2004-01-01

Category : Botany

ISBN : 9780143019220

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Book Description

A practical field guide to New Zealand's native edible plants. Over 190 trees, shrubs, herbs, ferns, mushrooms, lichens and seaweeds are described in detail in this useful and attractive book, with information on which part is edible and when, how plants have been utilised, particularly by Maori, their nutritional value, and where they can be found. In a separate section, Andrew Crowe also describes important poisonous plants that are native to New Zealand or are likely to be confused with the edible plants. Illustrated with line drawings and colour photographs, this informative book will be of interest to trampers, botanists and all who appreciate New Zealand's native flora.



100 Best Native Plants for New Zealand Gardens

Author : Fiona M. Eadie

Publisher : Godwit

Page : 420 pages

File Size : 16,53 MB

Release : 2014-09-05

Category : Endemic plants

ISBN : 9781775536512

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Book Description

From trees to ground covers, ferns to hebes, an expert guide to the top 100 New Zealand native plants for gardens. Since its first publication, this book has been an indispensable guide for gardeners wishing to use New Zealand plants. Now extensively revised, it features inspirational and practical advice on 100 species that are easy to grow and maintain, across a range of climates. It lists each plant's likes and dislikes and gives sage advice for care and maintenace and for combatting pests and problems. It suggests how your soil can be best prepared for maximum growing results and gives creative landscaping tips for combining textures and forms to maximum effect. Engagingly written by the head gardener at Larnach Castle, whose gardens are world-renowned, it deserves a place on every gardener's book shelf.



The Propagation of New Zealand Native Plants

Author : Lawrence James Metcalf

Publisher : Godwit

Page : 176 pages

File Size : 24,98 MB

Release : 2007-09-14

Category : Native plant gardening

ISBN : 9781869621315

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Book Description

The welcome return of a classic gardening title, which has been out of print for some time. With an entirely new format and layout and updated material which includes information on eco-sourcing native seeds, this is a must-have volume for every gardener , landscaper, horticulture tutor and student interested in working with our stunning range of native plants.



The Meaning Of Trees

Author : Robert Vennell

Publisher : HarperCollins

Page : 256 pages

File Size : 31,59 MB

Release : 2019-04-23

Category : Nature

ISBN : 1775491617

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Book Description

The history and use of New Zealand's native plants A guide and gift book in equal measure, this treasure of a book pays homage to New Zealand's native plant species. The Meaning of Trees tells the story of plants and people in Aotearoa New Zealand. Beautifully illustrated with botanical drawings, paintings and photographs, it shows us how a globally unique flora has been used for food, medicine, shelter, spirituality and science. From Jurassic giants to botanical oddballs - these are our wonderful native and endemic plants, in an exquisite hardback edition.



Native Trees of New Zealand

Author : John T. Salmon

Publisher : Raupo

Page : 96 pages

File Size : 32,40 MB

Release : 2001

Category : Botany

ISBN : 9780790005591

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Book Description

Native Trees of New Zealand 2 Reed New Zealand Nature Series Alpine Plants of New Zealand Butterflies and Moths Common Birds 1 Common Birds 2 Common Ferns and Fern Allies Common Seashells Freshwater Fishes Marine Fishes 1 Marine Fishes 2 Mushroom and Other Fungi Native Trees 1 Native Trees 2 Rare Birds



Native by Design

Author : Ian Spellerberg

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 26,85 MB

Release : 2011

Category : Gardening

ISBN : 9781877257957

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Book Description

"In this ... book, 20 of New Zealand's top landscape architects and designers offer their wisdom and advice on landscaping with native plants. These personal narratives showcase some of our country's most beautiful out-door environments, from private gardens to public recreation land, urban and industrial spaces, and even farmland."--Back cover.



Know Your New Zealand Trees

Author : Lawrence James Metcalf

Publisher : White Cloud Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 13,97 MB

Release : 2006

Category : Trees

ISBN : 9781869660987

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Book Description

Providing an introduction to over 80 of New Zealand's best-known trees, this book is packed with key facts on shape and appearance, foliage, blossom and fruit details that will enable the layperson to identify each species.