Illustrated Handbook of Garden Plants

The perfect sourcebook and reference manual for anyone building a garden plant collection and looking for inspiration and practical advice. Choosing plants is one of the most enjoyable aspects of gardening, and this highly informative encyclopedia will help you create a beautiful and uniquely personal garden. It includes all the familiar garden plant groups such as annuals, perennials and bulbs, as well as specialist plants such as orchids, alpines, and cacti and succulents. There are descriptions of each plant, with information on hardiness, size, and care and cultivation, and essential advice on choosing plants for different soil types and garden locations. A wealth of photographs shows plants either in detail or in their growing habit.