Download or read book Encyclopedia of Flowers written by Makoto Azuma and published by Lars Muller Publishers. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Encyclopedia of Flowers is a series of 'definitive stationary observations' in which Makoto Azuma focuses on the market-related changes in the form of species becoming extinct and new ones appearing, as his mission and life work. The flowers featured here are described using their common formal Latin scientific names in a list and index." --vol. 3 book jacket
Download or read book Flowers by Color written by Mary Moody and published by BDD Promotional Books Company. This book was released on 1990-03 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers written by Christopher Brickell and published by DK. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with 8,000 plants for every climate--inside and out--from trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, biennials, bulbs, water plants, and cacti, the "AHS Encyclopedia of Plants & Flowers" is a must-have reference for all gardeners! This fully revised and updated edition features a brighter, clearer design and improved navigation--cataloging plants by color, season, and size--that makes the book more intuitive for the reader
Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Flowers written by and published by Smithmark Publishers. This book was released on 1992 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides descriptions and culture information about 350 plants, including annuals, perennials, bulbs, shrubs, and small trees.
Download or read book The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers written by ed. Joyce and published by . This book was released on 1998-09-01 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Garden Plants and Flowers written by Lance Hattatt and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This giant encyclopedia is the ultimate gardening reference. It features hundreds of plant listings, each with a full-color photo, and concise, helpful notes on soil types, flowering seasons, size, and hardiness.
Download or read book The Royal Horticultural Society Gardeners Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers written by Royal Horticultural Society (Great Britain) and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 1989 with total page 616 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colourful book on plants and gardens includes trees, vines, shrubs and over 4000 colour photos.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Flowers written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Planning your garden involves many considerations - climate, soil, topography and color.
Download or read book Our World in Pictures Trees Leaves Flowers Seeds written by DK and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2019-09-05 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the smallest seeds to the tallest trees, this beautiful children's guide is a must-have for any budding botanist or plant lover. We can't live without plants. We need them for food, shelter, even the air we breathe, yet we know surprisingly little about them. Why do thistles bristle with spines? How do some plants trap and eat insects? Did you know there are trees more than 5,000 years old? Trees, Leaves, Flowers & Seeds explores the mysterious world of plants to find the answers to these and many more questions. This picture-packed encyclopedia shows a wonderful variety of plants, from fantastic ferns to spiky cacti. It explores the diverse habitats of plants, herbs and spices that make our food tasty, and even how astronuats grow plants in space. It also takes a fun, more sideways look at some truly weird and wonderful plants, including leaves that are home to frogs, orchids that look like parrots, and seeds that spin like helicopters. So open this fascinating ebook and find out more about the amazing world of trees, leaves, flowers, and seeds.
Download or read book The Complete Language of Flowers written by S. Theresa Dietz and published by Wellfleet. This book was released on 2022-04-12 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Language of Flowers is a comprehensive and definitive dictionary/reference presenting the history, symbolic meaning, and visual depiction of 1,001 flowers and botanicals from around the world in one volume—now in a pocket-size edition for easy, on-the-go reference.
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Download or read book The Gardener s Botanical written by Ross Bayton and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2020-03-10 with total page 1094 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive guide to botanical Latin Unlock the secrets of botanical Latin with this beautifully illustrated encyclopedia. The Gardener's Botanical contains definitions of more than 5,000 plant names—from abbreviatus ("shortened") to zonatus ("with bands")—along with more than 350 color illustrations. Scientific plant names are an invaluable tool for those who understand them. Formed from Greek and, more commonly, from Latin root words, not only do they make it possible for gardeners and botanists to communicate, they also contain a wealth of hidden information. The Gardener's Botanical is the key to unlocking these secrets. This guide contains a breathtaking array of botanical names in alphabetical order. Each word is listed with a pronunciation guide, definition, example plant, and, where appropriate, etymology. Also included in this illuminating guide are special features on important plant genera, fact boxes, essays focusing on the history and importance of Latin names and botanical illustrations, and an index of common names with more than 2,000 popular plants, cross-referenced with their binomial name in Latin.
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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Embroidered Flowers written by Barbara Baatz and published by DRG Wholesale. This book was released on 2002 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Full-color photos provide amazing detail of each of the 78 embroidered flowers included in this book. Whether your project is large or small, complex or simple, you will find this a valuable resource.
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Download or read book The American Horticultural Society Encyclopedia of Gardening written by Christopher Brickell and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 1993 with total page 656 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive practical guide to gardening techniques, planning, and maintenance--Cover.
Download or read book The Complete Encyclopedia of Garden Flowers written by Kate Bryant and published by Thunder Bay Press (CA). This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Flowers are with us at every stage of our life. They are featured in rituals and celebrations in cultures all over the world. We use them to adorn our home, to establish a mood, to give as gifts, and to create a garden of beauty and color. By choosing plants carefully, the gardener can produce a wonderful outdoor area that will continue to provide a delightful floral display throughout the seasons. The Complete Encyclopedia of Garden Flowers features the most beautiful blooms from around the world, including annuals and perennials, trees, orchids, shrubs, ground covers, bromeliads, and bulbs. As well as popular plants such as roses, rhododendrons, and camellias, there are the less well known but no less striking trumpet-shaped flowers of Brugmansia, the charming heart-shaped blooms of Dicentra, and the dazzlingly colorful flower spikes of Lupinus. The book begins with a fascinating introduction to growing flowers, choosing the right plant for your region, and caring for your garden. There are also informative articles on the different groups of flowering plants. Following this section is an A to Z of flowers, from abutilon to zinnia. For each genus there is a general introduction plus cultivation information and a helpful hint. There is also an at-a-glance table that reveals the favorite species and groups, describing their size, flower color, flowering season, fragrance, hardiness zone, and frost tolerance. Delightful full-color photographs are accompanied by detailed captions. This stunning book also features an easy-to-use seasonal calendar, a glossary, and a fully cross-referenced index. With its accessible style, mix of practical and factual information, comprehensive descriptions, and gorgeous color photographs, The Complete Encyclopedia of Garden Flowers is a must for every gardener, and for all who love the unique beauty and romance of flowers. The Complete Encyclopedia of Garden Flowers features popular flowering plants from all over the world. Some have been photographed in gardens, while others are shown in their natural habitat. The full-color shots make it easy for gardeners to picture the plants in their own garden. Book jacket.
