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Vireya Rhododendron - A Picture Guide
Alexander
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book all around
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2012
I just received my copy the other day. What a great guide!
The layout is clean cut and simple. The text is very well written and easy to understand.
As promised in the introduction, no Latin names or confusing horticultural terms.
Although I've been gardening for quite some time, there were tips and tricks I'm now going to be using on a regular basis.
I had left my copy sitting on my coffee table while some company was over. Although not big on gardening, they too appreciated the many pictures and easy to understand style.
Also nice was the fact that the author lives in Hawaii, and so every chapter covered something relevant to my growing conditions.
I'll Definatly be keeping this in mind for gifts as well! Again, gorgeous photos!
Kudos on such a well read work!
Growing Daylilies - A Picture Guide
Patricia
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Picture Book
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2014
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I live on Kauai, so I hoped to learn something useful to my climate zone, and I did. I immediately put down medium bark/mulch to prevent rust. It has helped me protect the lovely daylilies (which came from the author's nursery).
Growing Orchids - A Picture Guide
Music Man
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging Guide for Beginners
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2013
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This introduction to growing orchids is slim but, as the title promises, packed with pictures. After a short, slightly tongue-in-cheek history of orchids, the book tells how to grow several of the most popular types of orchids. It's especially helpful for growers in Hawaii, where the authors live, as it recommends the best range of elevations for growing each type of orchid (in Hawaii, elevation ranges correspond to temperature ranges in colder climates). But the engaging, easy-to-understand text would be appreciated anywhere. The how-to section on potting and mounting is especially good, since it's profusely illustrated. Potting orchids is different from potting other plants, and you need pictures (or a live demo) to understand it. The book would be worth its modest price for this section alone.
Other books cover many more orchids and give more technical information, and a serious orchid grower will want to acquire them, but for the beginner, this easy-to-read guide can't be beat.
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