Bees are a marvel of nature and vital to human existence. The Bee Book is a great introduction to bees and beekeepingandcelebrates the wonder of bees in nature, in our gardens and in the hive . A honey bee visits up to 1,000 flowers a day yet...

In The Hidden Life of Trees Peter Wohlleben makes the case that the forest is a social network. He draws on groundbreaking scientific discoveries to describe how trees are like human families: tree parents live together with their children,...

An authoritative text/reference on the structure and development of seed plants. Presents the latest concepts in plant anatomy through experimental, histochemical, and ultrastructural approaches to the study of biological material. Includes new...

A naturalist describes his eight years living with and studying a group of Alaskan wild grizzlies

Flowers, Butterflies And Insects - All 154 Engravings From Erucarum Ortus

Lianas (woody vines) are iconic symbols of tropical forests around the world. These plants use the energetically expensive investment of trees in woody stems to gain relatively inexpensive access to the light-rich canopy. Lianas contribute...

Patologia Vegetal

“A paradigm-smashing chronicle of joyous entanglement that will make you acknowledge your own entanglement in the ancient and ever-new web of being.”—Charles Foster, author of Being a BeastAre trees social beings? In this international bestseller,...

Discusses population growth, food production, energy, industry, and urban development, and suggests ways to promote economic growth while protecting the environment.

A collection of excerpts from unpublished writings and speeches by the naturalist

Simply everything you need to know to learn something new; a practical and inspirational course in growing fruit & veg. Ever wanted to learn how to grow fruit and veg but don't know where to begin? Take the first step with A Little Course in Growing...

Know, grow, and create beautiful bonsai Step-By-Step Bonsai is the ultimate introduction to bonsai trees, with illustrated step-by-step projects to make bonsai for beginners simple and achievable. With an A-Z directory of bonsai tree care, you'll...

These spectacular images will transport you to a garden filled with the finest miniature plants. Fabio Petroni's vivid photographs capture 30 specially chosen bonsai close up and in surprising detail as they change with each passing season. You'll...

Fundamentals of Conservation Biology

Discusses the reckless annihilation of fish and birds by the use of pesticides and warns of the possible genetic effects on humans.

Takes a close-up look at island biogeography, the science of the geographic distribution of life on islands, and its significance in terms of evolution and extinction

Folklore And Symbolism Of Flowers, Plants And Trees

Twenty-threelovely floral arrangements awaita splash of color: delicate daisies, lush lilies, and tilting tulips are just a few of the beautiful blossoms waiting to be colored!The pages featurebeautiful drawings, specially printed with light gray...

The RHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants remains the ultimate plant guide for gardeners. The most definitive work of garden reference has been completely revised and refreshed for this 4th edition, bringing it up-to-date with the latest...

Discusses the harmful properties of chemical pesticides, and lists the advantages of natural alternatives, such as using the insect's own pheromones to kill it and using bacteria to prevent tree damage

Landscape Restoration Handbook

The Tao of Liberation

A National Book Award finalist, originally published twenty-five years ago, examines the relationship between wolves and humans throughout history, drawing on a range of historical, mythological, and literary sources to discuss what wolves represent...

The Cambridge Illustrated Glossary of Botanical Terms

Snakes

Get tastier produce from your garden with this fresh approach to growing veg, fruit and ornamental plants. Home-grown food is now a reality for many, eco-conscious gardeners everywhere should be keen to explore methods that increase yield and harvest...

Mineral Nutrition Of Plants

The fifth order of the natural kingdom is made up of an estimated 1.5 million species of fungi, found in every habitat type worldwide. “The Book of Fungi” takes 600 of the most remarkable fleshy fungi from around the world and reproduces each at its...

Herbarium

A noted biologist and author of People of the Deer describes how his official mission to study wolves for the Canadian Wildlife Service turns up many unusual facts about their pattern of living and refutes many of the commonly held myths about these...

Packed with practical advice, Monty Don breathes life into every aspect of organic gardening. Written with passion and packed with practical advice, Monty Don breathes new life into organic gardening.Monty's straightforward advice plus...

Flora of Russia

Diccionario de Botanica

Esta obra nos conduce a través de los cuatro elementos del éxito del cultivo de plantas en macetas; elegir el recipiente apropiado, seleccionar las plantas más adecuadas, identificar los emplazamientos más favorables y utilizar los mejores métodos de...

Does your garden lack zing? Are your borders a bore? Spice them up with a touch of the tropics! Tropical plants bring sizzle to every garden. Bananas in Maine, cannas in Canada - these plants can be grown everywhere. Whether used in containers or...

Big Book Of Plant And Flower Illustrations

Phycology

The author reveals the influence of water on politics and history, peeling back the layers of history to show the effect of this vital natural resource on human affairs. Reprint.

The Great Encyclopedia of Mushrooms

Fungi

RHS experts make it easy to find the perfect plant for every site. Whether your garden is stuck in shade or scorching in the sun, RHS What Plant Where Encyclopedia is the go-to guide for making the most of your garden. Solve your garden problems with...

A celebration of gorgeous flowers for your home and the ideal gift for those who love giving, receiving, and arranging flowers.Flower farmer and floral designer Rachel Siegfried celebrates, bloom by bloom, the loveliest flowers for the home, with...

For years, the residents of Diamond, Louisiana, lived with an inescapable acrid, metallic smell -- the 'toxic bouquet' of pollution -- and a mysterious chemical fog that seeped into their houses. They looked out on the massive Norco Industrial...

Cactus & Succulents a Care Manual