Orchids For The Australian Garden
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
For the passionate gardener seeking to master one of nature's most breathtaking creations, Orchids for the Australian Garden is an indispensable and authoritative guide to cultivating these magnificent blooms in the unique conditions of the Australian climate. Keith Irvine presents a comprehensive survey of orchid species suited to Australian gardens, detailing the specific growing requirements, soil conditions, and care routines needed to coax these extraordinary flowers to their full splendour. Written with both the novice enthusiast and the seasoned horticulturalist in mind, the text instructs readers on propagation, pest management, and the seasonal rhythms that govern successful orchid cultivation, all grounded in a deep understanding of Australia's diverse regional environments. Irvine's authoritative voice reflects decades of hands-on experience, and his writing seamlessly bridges the gap between botanical science and the practical art of gardening. The book celebrates the extraordinary diversity of orchids available to Australian growers — from native terrestrial species to exotic epiphytes — illustrating how these plants can transform any garden into a living gallery of natural beauty. A must-have volume for any serious gardening library, it leaves the reader wondering just how extraordinary their own garden could become.
Author: Keith Irvine
Format: Hardback
Genre: Botany
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
For the passionate gardener seeking to master one of nature's most breathtaking creations, Orchids for the Australian Garden is an indispensable and authoritative guide to cultivating these magnificent blooms in the unique conditions of the Australian climate. Keith Irvine presents a comprehensive survey of orchid species suited to Australian gardens, detailing the specific growing requirements, soil conditions, and care routines needed to coax these extraordinary flowers to their full splendour. Written with both the novice enthusiast and the seasoned horticulturalist in mind, the text instructs readers on propagation, pest management, and the seasonal rhythms that govern successful orchid cultivation, all grounded in a deep understanding of Australia's diverse regional environments. Irvine's authoritative voice reflects decades of hands-on experience, and his writing seamlessly bridges the gap between botanical science and the practical art of gardening. The book celebrates the extraordinary diversity of orchids available to Australian growers — from native terrestrial species to exotic epiphytes — illustrating how these plants can transform any garden into a living gallery of natural beauty. A must-have volume for any serious gardening library, it leaves the reader wondering just how extraordinary their own garden could become.