It’s natural to wonder how this book compares to Gardening With Native Plants of the Pacific Northwest by Arthur Kruckeberg. Each species is illustrated in a sizeable and useful color photograph. In a final section called “Notes” are particulars about the taxonomy, physical description, and occasionally information about medicinal uses. The second describes where one might expect to find the plant growing in the wild, including its general distribution. Then follow paragraphs headed “Propagation” and “Native Habitat.” The first offers specific information on how the particular plant is best propagated. A paragraph headed “Cultivation” describes how best to situate the plant, noting its soil, exposure, and watering preferences. First come comments about each new genus if it offers more than one species suitable for cultivation in addition to the family and common names associated with that genus, these comments address the taxonomy, distribution of species, number of species, and methods of propagation that are effective for the particular group of plants.įor each species, there is considerable information about growth habit, flowers, and fruits. For each plant, the format of information offered is essentially the same. The included plants are grouped into the basic categories of ferns, conifers, annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees. While the authors suggest it is not their intent that the book be used as a field guide to the identification of native plants, it is comprehensive enough (though too hefty) to almost serve this purpose. This massive volume is a must-have for those serious about growing native plants (and strong enough to lift it).
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