Description

A richly illustrated, expert guide to over 2,000 South African plants, offering practical advice for gardeners worldwide.

An encyclopaedic collection of South African indigenous plants, this beautifully illustrated large-format book showcases more than 2,000 species that can be grown with ease in gardens and other outdoor spaces, not only locally but in other parts of the world.

The book is arranged into twelve main chapters, from bulbs, orchids and aloes through to shrubs, climbers, trees and fynbos plants. An introduction to each group covers the selection, planting and feeding of species, along with useful tips on growing and maintaining these plants in gardens and containers. Each chapter features an extensive catalogue that describes and illustrates the list of plants that make up each category. Some 3,300 vivid full-colour photographs paired with brief descriptions - detailing size, shape, flowering times and best growing conditions - will ensure that the gardener's efforts meet with success.

An introductory chapter covers climate, garden styles, planning and maintenance, as well as suggestions for attracting wildlife. The book concludes with a handy plant selector that lists all the species in the book to guide the gardener in considering which plants to use and where.

Compiled and edited over almost a decade by a team of expert landscapers and horticulturists, in association with consultants from all corners of the country, this easy-to-use guide is destined to become a standard reference for gardeners, landscapers and plant lovers across the globe.