Fragrant Orchids: A Guide to Selecting, Growing, and Enjoying - Couverture rigide

Frowine, Steven A.

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0881927392 ISBN 13 : 9780881927399

Editeur : Timber Press, 2005

Synopsis

Orchid lovers of all levels will delight in this unique approach to selecting new and exciting varieties of fragrant orchids. More than 100 different orchids are profiled here, with exquisite images of each, and salient details are included for another 355 enticing varieties. Profiles include cultivation information and detailed notes on each fragrance, which can range from elegant and sophisticated to downright pungent, from fruity and spicy to medicinal, from light and fresh to heavy and intoxicating. With some 20,000 fragrant orchids available today, orchid enthusiasts will appreciate this first-ever guide to choosing, growing, and showcasing orchids with the right look and most enjoyable scents, including cinnamon, chocolate, lemon, and vanilla.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Steven A. Frowine managed one of the largest orchid collections in the United States - over 10,000 plants. He holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in horticulture from Ohio State University and Cornell University respectively. He is president of his own horticultural consulting and resides in Connecticut (USA).

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Timber Press
• Date d'édition: 2005
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0881927392
• ISBN 13: 9780881927399
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 200
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible