Cacti and Succulents: An illustrated guide to the plants and their cultivation
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Cacti and Succulents: An illustrated guide to the plants and their cultivation
By (Author) Graham Charles
The Crowood Press Ltd
The Crowood Press Ltd
28th July 2006
United Kingdom
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
635.93356
Physical Properties
Paperback
192
Width 220mm, Height 280mm, Spine 14mm
700g
Description
Beautifully illustrated and highly accessible, this essential guide to cacti and other succulents is both a practical manual and a source of reference and inspiration for all enthusiasts. More than 250 different species or genera, and their natural habitats are described. Topics covered: The unique nature of succulents The natural environment History, classification and nomenclature Watering, feeding, general care and propagation Pests and diseases Profiles of cacti and other succulents 420 colour photographs
Reviews
"Offers a fascinating sampling of this plant group's tremendous diversity." --The American Gardener
Author Bio
Graham Charles first started growing cacti and succulents at the age of twelve and joined the National Cactus and Succulent Society in 1962. He qualified as a judge in 1972 and soon afterwards began to assemble his collection of documentated plants. Graham is a popular lecturer in Britain and has also spoken in various parts of Europe and in the USA.
