Description
Book SynopsisTiny Plants explores the world of miniature houseplants and profiles dozens of itty-bitty foliage and flowering plants to grow on your windowsill or inside a terrarium.
Trade Review“Small is beautiful! That's the message given by Leslie Halleck's brilliant new book. If you've ever wondered what greenery you can add to your minuscule windowsill or whether there's a plant small enough to fit in your tiny terrarium, this is the book for you. Leslie's superb botanical knowledge combined with stunning photographs makes this book a wonderful resource for the space-challenged houseplant lover.”
-- Jane Perrone, award winning “On the Ledge” Houseplant Podcast
"...perfect for anyone with a tiny apartment -- or anyone who wants to grow some lovely plants on top of a table..." -- Jane Berger * Garden Design Online *
Table of ContentsPreface
Introduction
Chapter 1 The Botany of Tiny Plants Evolution of Tiny Plants
Advantages of Being Tiny
Co-evolution with Pollinators
Where Tiny Plants Grow
Chapter 2 Collecting and Caring for Tiny Plants Care Practices
Contain Your Tiny Plants
Growing Media
Manage Water and Humidity
Feed Your Tiny Plants
Light Your Tiny Plants
Propagate Tiny Plants
Chapter 3 Tiny Windowsill Plants Foliage Flowering
Succulents and Cacti
Carnivorous
Semi-Aquatic
Chapter 4 Tiny Plants under Glass Foliage
Flowering
Aquatic and Semi-Aquatic
Chapter 5 Displaying Tiny Plants Conclusion Supply Sources
Measuring Light
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Index
