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The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Cacti

Author : Clive Innes

Publisher :

Page : 320 pages

File Size : 42,26 MB

Release : 1997-12

Category : Cactus

ISBN : 9781840130676

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Book Description

The sight of a tall, spiny cactus silhouetted against a sun-parched desert landscape has always evoked a certain mystique. This visual directory is the ultimate guide to the fascinating world of cacti. The colorful photographs allow for identification and informative captions include soil, light and maintenance requirements and pest control facts for over 1200 types of cacti. A handy illustrated guide allows the reader to identity plants based on their shape and spine characteristics. Enhance your own landscape or garden with this impressive and hearty species of exotic plant life.



The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Cacti & Other Succulents

Author : J. Říha

Publisher : Conran Octopus

Page : 352 pages

File Size : 41,27 MB

Release : 1981

Category : Cactus

ISBN : 9780706414929

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Book Description

A valuable and attractive reference book for anyone with an interest in this fascinating and ever-popular group of plants. The world-wide selection of species is very comprehensive, covering over 400 species-from the curious "living pebbles" of southern Africa, to the giants of the central American deserts. The species descriptions are accompanied by magnificent photographs, many of outstanding beauty. Succulence as a botanical adaptation is fully explained, and there is detailed information on how to grow cacti and other succulents in the home. -Jacket



The Complete Encyclopedia of Cacti

Author : Libor Kunte

Publisher : Booksales

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 40,73 MB

Release : 2003

Category : Cactus

ISBN : 9789036614948

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Book Description

An illustrated reference that provides information on all types of cacti, including notes on care and cultivation.



The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Cacti

Author : Clive Innes

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 13,20 MB

Release : 1997

Category : Cactus

ISBN : 9781577150176

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Book Description

An illustrated identification guide to over 1,200 varieties of cacti.





Succulents

Author : Maurizio Sajeva

Publisher : Timber Press

Page : 239 pages

File Size : 36,40 MB

Release : 1997-01

Category : Nature

ISBN : 9780881923988

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Book Description

"Includes more than 1,200 photographs of species and varieties from 195 different genera, and therefore it constitutes a unique work of reference for succulent enthusiasts and collectors." --Cover.





The Gardener's Guide to Cactus

Author : Scott Calhoun

Publisher : Timber Press

Page : 228 pages

File Size : 28,8 MB

Release : 2012-01-11

Category : Nature

ISBN : 1604692006

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Book Description

When it comes to garden plants, cacti are anything but standard issue. The bulk of home gardens contain exactly zero species of cactus,Êand the thought of growing them makes gardeners think, ÒOuch!Ó InÊThe GardenerÕs Guide to Cactus: The 100 Best Paddles, Barrels, Columns, and Globes, Scott CalhounÊis out to change that perception, and bring the beauty and ease of cactus home.ÊItÕs high time that cacti took their place alongside the trendyÊsucculent.





The Gardener's Guide to Succulents

Author : Misa Matsuyama

Publisher : Tuttle Publishing

Page : 227 pages

File Size : 25,24 MB

Release : 2020-03-10

Category : Gardening

ISBN : 1462921310

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Book Description

The Gardener's Guide to Succulents is a stunning visual reference identifying over 125 plants from 40 different genera of succulents and cacti. Fleshy, spiny, hairy, flowering--and coming in every imaginable shape, color and size--this plant family has captured the affection of plant enthusiasts all over the world. This book provides a beautiful overview of the diversity that succulents have to offer, presenting a wide variety of popular plants to help you create striking, aesthetically pleasing compositions. This succulent guide includes information about: What each variety needs and where it thrives Plant characteristics, with ratings on ease of growth and maintenance requirements Ideas for group plantings and illustrated tips on indoor planting Striking identification photos, rich in color and contrast This succulent encyclopedia is a useful resource for everyone--from cacti beginners looking to decorate their living space to serious gardeners hoping to expand their succulent plantings.