Heavy book, loaded with nature info galore!
584363
This book is loaded with information and so much bigger than I expected for the cost. Haven't really used it yet but so glad I purchased it.
372595
In addition to being a lovely book filled with illustrations and color photos, it's packed with useful information, from history to botany to hints on making your plant flower, to a glossary of terms and discussion of colors, markings, petal types, leaf types, to growing other members of the gesneriad family. I can't wait until more books in the series are available. Definitely worth adding to your library!
2218012
Lush photos and detailed information. The only drawback to this volume is that it's weight makes it too heavy to throw in the backpack. But for pre-planning it is superb.
3420785
I am very impressed with this unique book of over 900 shrubs that will add interest to any garden. The book starts with a glossary of botanical terms  with b/w illustrations of the anatomy of leaves, flowers, fruits &  conifers.
Each shrub has botanical & common name, zone, native  habitat, size, spread & shape as well as descriptions of leaves,  flowers & fruit, plus soil & sunlight requirements, disease  tolerance, transplanting & propagation advice.
This is much more  detailed than most reference books, giving information on winter appearance  & landscaping value as well. There are 2-3 photos of each species  including a full size view & leaf or flower close-ups.
Appendices  conveniently list shrubs by attributes including zone, light & soil  requirements, & color of bloom. There is even information on sources  for each species and gardens where each can be seen.
Look for the  companion book Plants That Merit Attention: Trees Vol. 1 which I also  enjoyed.
4787331
I will soon be vacationing in the Pacific NW and was looking for a good field guide. After perusing this one, I think it will fit the bill nicely. It has tons of information on the flora and fauna of the Pacific NW, even some info on tidal pools, oh, and some geology too. It has really nice color photos along with descriptions of the plants or animals. This will be a great book to have with me and for my collection of field guides.
4266117
Great guide with lots of information on useful and edible plants. This book generally covers plants that you'd find in tropical places, it would be of almost no help in the rocky mountains.

If you want to eat and use wild plants, I recommend you buy a book specifically about the area you want to use this knowledge, and then add to that book by printing off info from the web. Personalize you book to the climate you want to use it in! If you're going to Vietnam, or the amazon, then this book is a great OVERVEIW. Nothing will stack up against specific knowledge you should find out yourself. 'mod your guide books'

if you want specific info about this item before you buy it, reply to this review or e-mail me at Calvin_drews@hotmail.com
4530423
This is a BEAUTIFUL BOOK!  I'm so impressed.  Its a large, hardback book, full of beautiful illustrations.

Its divided up by seasons, which makes it a fantastic educational source!  Each season has 8 sections: the backyard, the veg garden, the woods, the farm, the fields, the pond, the orchard, and the street.  Each section has beautiful illustrations and lots of information to help you and your child learn more about the world around them!  Take your child for a walk and see how many things you can find and learn about!  SO lovely!

I received this book, free of charge, from Quarto Publishing Group, in exchange for my honest review.
2102164
I picked this up as an addition to my collection of field guides and it is a great book!  The pictures are wonderful, I really like that there's close-ups of some parts of the plant so you can easily see the different features.  The only thing better would be real samples! The organization of the book is logical, and it's easy to find what you're looking for.  And the Invasive logo clearly shows which plants are harming our lakes. The glossary in the back really helped me to understand the terminology better.
I'm holding onto this book!  I couldn't get a copy of the previous version for Wisconsin, so I'm hesitant to take it out on the boat.  I'm considering buying an extra copy, one for taking out on the water and the other to have tucked safe at home.
2663908
Fabulous book! The text is very interesting and educational, and it explains the scientific aspects of the National Parks and their land very well. The photos are gorgeous and made me want to visit every single park! :-) They really show some of the awesome beauty of God's handiwork. I highly recommend this book to all outdoor enthusiasts, lovers of nature and science and fellow armchair travelers. The book also contains helpful contact information for planning a visit to the parks. A great read and a great book to enjoy!
1466665
This book is HUGE as in heavy with 500+ pages but it is chock full of useful info. I learned a ton just n the 1st chapter. The author is witty and will catch you off guard with something really funny, which I appreciate, it keeps me from dozing at the reading wheel. lol
819490
This is a very helpful and informative book for anyone living in Nebraska, as I do. It covers so much wildlife and gives good information. For me, the format is not at all like an identification/information book - say a wildflower ID book, but more like a journey into a landscape of places and creatures. I've liked it very much.
1336271
I just finished reading through this book, and it is a beautiful book, with lots of photographs. It is also informative since it gives a very personal mini-bio of each of the atheletes, and then attach an environmental issue with each of the athelete. Very informative and simple to read!

This would be a beautiful coffeetable book, or a great present for people of all ages!

Also, I believe this book is made from %100 recycled material, and the ink is vegetable ink, very cool!
3515718
This book is excellent! It's big with a lot of information and some great photographs as well. And it's worth every penny, I just couldn't put it down. :)
481992
This is a brilliant book on how to get in touch with nature!  Very in depth.  I'm impressed!
1477745
There might be a limited number of plants in this book, but the vast information on each plant is more than expected and very impressive. I have been wanting to make a garden out of wild plants and so called "weeds". Each plant is detailed so much, you can identify the plant itself and other plants that are similar to them. The recipes are also detailed and informative. I even was able to learn about the Mallow and now I want to harvest this just to try the recipes! I would recommend this book to anyone (even those like me in the Arizona desert).
585095
There is a ton of information in this book. Its a bit heavy but much better than having several books. I highly recommend it.
1113831
I use this book a lot! I take it with me whenever I'm hiking, I think it's one of the better plant books out there. The pictures are great and the details help even if the picture doesn't match the season. It's a little big if your just going to carry it, but I usually toss it in my pack for long hikes. Definitely worth the purchase! I also like that it has a thicker cover and pages, just in case I drop it. Which I have and it still is in good shape.