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Royal Horticultural Society Encyclopedia of Conifers (2-Volume Set) A Comprehensive Guide to Cultivars and Species

Flora / Fauna
By: Aris G Auders(Author), Derek P Spicer(Author)
1507 pages, 5000+ colour photos
Royal Horticultural Society Encyclopedia of Conifers (2-Volume Set)
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  • Royal Horticultural Society Encyclopedia of Conifers (2-Volume Set) ISBN: 9781907057151 Hardback Jun 2012 In stock
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The Royal Horticultural Society Encyclopedia of Conifers is a much needed reference book on conifer cultivars and species, both hardy and tropical. The two volumes of this extensive and lavishly illustrated 1500-page work feature about 8000 cultivars, over 5000 photographs and all of the world's 615 conifer species, plus their subspecies and varieties.

There has been an explosion of new cultivars in recent years and this complete reference book includes at least a short mention of all recognized cultivars and species, including synonyms, descriptions and size after 10 years where known. For the cultivars it also includes finder or originator, date and country of origin.

The species descriptions follow the most recent botanical classification (Farjon, 2010) and cultivar information has been compiled with reference to the RHS International Conifer Register and Checklist, including as yet unpublished data. There is a unique appendix listing all the principle conifer collectors, nurseries, arboreta, and individuals responsible for introducing new cultivars over the last three centuries.

The encyclopedia continues the fine tradition of conifer cultivar reference works started by Murray Hornibrook in 1923 and added to every 20-30 years by subsequent conifer specialists. The high quality photography will show the general appearance of the plants, and in many cases will detail special features. Many were photographed in summer and winter to show colour and texture changes through the seasons.

The book is designed to meet the needs of professionals as well as amateur gardeners. It continues the Royal Horticultural Society's commitment to make the best gardening information readily available to all.

Please note: this 2-volume set weigs in at 8.6 kg.

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  • Great pictures of a whole range of conifers.
    By Paul 7 Apr 2022 Written for Hardback
    One of the most comprehensive tackling of all the different genera and cultivars from the conifer world. All of the photos are in colour with just a short explanatory text of the origin of that conifer. It encourages you to explore all the different varieties out there with so many colours and types. Development of cones and new shoots particularly captured well.

    Even if you have no knowledge of conifers, this could easily awaken a passion for them.
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Aris G. Auders, a conifer collector and photographer from Latvia, and Derek P. Spicer, chairman of the British Conifer Society, have been working on this book for 7 years. Both have extensive knowledge of conifers in cultivation in the UK, Europe and the world. They have travelled the globe to study and photograph conifers in private collections, botanic gardens and arboreta. The authors have been assisted by Lawrie Springate, RHS International Conifer Cultivar Registrar (2004-2009) and Victoria Matthews, RHS International Registrar.

Flora / Fauna
By: Aris G Auders(Author), Derek P Spicer(Author)
1507 pages, 5000+ colour photos
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