Description
Book SynopsisA mini field guide that is packed with information on the most common wild flowers of Britain and the near Continent, which are illustrated with full-color artworks.
This beautifully illustrated pocket field guide is packed with information on the trees of Britain and the near Continent. It covers more than 160 species, all of which are illustrated with superb full-color artworks that show details of mature trees, leaves, growth patterns and other interesting features. A concise written account covering size, description, habitat, distribution and habits appears on the same page as the illustrations for each species. The easy-to-follow layouts and superb artworks help in accurate identification, making this book an invaluable reference source.
It is compact enough to fit in the pocket, yet packed with essential information for the natural history enthusiast. Renowned natural history artists including Cy Baker, David Daly, Colin Emberson and Lyn We
Table of Contents
Introduction Exploitation of Trees Tree Management & Conservation Today What is a Tree? Identifying Trees Tree Types Trees Yews Gingkos Cypresses Redwoods Pines Willows & Poplars Walnuts Birches Beeches & Oaks Elms Mulberries Magnolias Laurels Witch Hazel Planes Roses Peas Maples Horse Chestnuts Hollies Spindles Boxes Buckthorns Limes Tamarisk Oleasters Myrtles Loosestrifes Dogwoods Strawberry Tree & Rhododendron Olive & Ashes Bignonias Elders Centuryplants Palms
