Orchids to Know and Grow - Brossura

Sheehan, Thomas J.; Black, Robert J.

Brossura

ISBN 10: 081303065X ISBN 13: 9780813030654

Casa editrice: Univ Pr of Florida, 2007

Riassunto

Orchids have been collected and grown for commercial purposes for more than 150 years, but while these spectacular plants are ever more available to casual gardeners and hobbyists, many still regard selecting and caring for orchids beyond their abilities. This book has easy-to-read, clearly defined chapters on identifying, classifying, and cultivating orchids. Also included are descriptions and illustrations of more than 150 of the more commonly grown orchid genera. The descriptions in tabular, readable outlines make it easy to select plants by appearance as well as a variety of criteria, including genus, particular light or temperature requirements, native habitat, and flowering time. Sheehan and Black also provide valuable tips on selecting good specimens to buy and on caring for them under a variety of conditions found in either home or green-house. For enthusiasts, they provide advice on preparing plants for exhibition as well as chapters on uses of orchids, orchid items as collectables, diseases, insects, physiological problems, and special growing arrangements such as greenhouses and shade structures. Especially valuable is the best and most complete illustrated glossary of orchid terminology on the market.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Univ Pr of Florida
• Data di pubblicazione: 2007
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 081303065X
• ISBN 13: 9780813030654
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 283
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile