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Plant Encyclopedias

RHS Encyclopedia of Perennials

RHS Encyclopedia of Perennials
Editor-in-chief Graham Rice

Herbaceous perennials are the most popular group of garden plants. This book is the most comprehensive single volume on perennials ever published, featuring more than 5,000 different plants spread across almost 100 plant families, 450 genera and 2,000 species and accompanied by hundreds of colour pictures.

Further information on the RHS Encyclopedia of Perennials

Hardback
ISBN 1405306009
Price £25


RHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants

RHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants NEWLY REVISED
Editor-in-chief Christopher Brickell

Two volume boxed set. With detailed profiles of more than 15,000 ornamental plants, prepared by a panel of gardening experts and illustrated by more than 6,000 full-colour photographs, this is undoubtedly the most authoritative yet accessible garden-plant guide ever published. Plants are arranged alphabetically by botanical name, with common names and synonyms fully cross-referenced. The huge range of plants has been carefully chosen to satisfy both the amateur gardener and the experienced plantsman.

Hardback 1080pp.
ISBN 0751337382
Price £55


RHS New Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers

RHS Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers
Editor-in-chief Christopher Brickell

This best-selling classic reference with a lavishly illustrated catalogue of over 8,000 readily available garden plants has been fully revised and updated. It includes a brand new introducion on Colour in the Garden with really eye-catching colour galleries, all arranged by season so you can bring colour into your garden through the year. Designed to be easy for the novice gardener to use, selecting and identifying plants from the 5,000 photographic portraits is easy and straightforward. This unique plant reference catalogue also includes a Plant Selector, which helps you choose the right plant for each area of the garden, as well as expert advice on cultivation, propagation, pests and diseases. No knowledge of botanical names is necessary.

Hardback 744pp.
ISBN 1405314540
Price £35


RHS Garden Plants and Flowers

RHS Garden Plants and Flowers
By Ian Spence

This sister volume to RHS Gardening Through The Year is a lavishly illustrated, easy-to-use A-Z encyclopedia of tried-and-tested ornamental plants for the garden, with expert advice to ensure good results. Over 2,500 beautiful plants are shown in full colour, and with accessible text that makes it simple to choose suitable plants for every situation. The reference section offers practical advice on how to care for your plants.

Hardback 420pp.
ISBN 0751338699
Price £19.99


RHS Encyclopedia of Roses

RHS Encyclopedia of Roses
by Charles and Brigid Quest-Ritson

Roses are the world's most popular flowers, and this magnificent book is the definitive A-Z guide to approximately 2,000 of the best rose species and cultivars. It is lavishly illustrated, and special features showcase famous and well-loved roses and influential rose breeders. Every entry has a sumptous photograph and describes the rose's growing habit, cultivation needs and breeding, as well as explaining the origins of its name. Step-by-step photographs show the latest simplified cultivation techniques. This rose bible is a must-buy for any gardener with an interest in growing roses.

Hardback 448pp.
ISBN 0751369764
Price £25


RHS New Encyclopedia of Herbs and their Uses

RHS Encyclopedia of Herbs and their Uses
By Deni Bown

A fully-revised edition, now in alphabetical order and including information on all culinary, medicinal and economic use of herbs.

Hardback 448pp.
ISBN 1405300590
Price £30


RHS Encyclopedia of Gardening

RHS Encyclopedia of Gardening
Editor-in-Chief Christopher Brickell

This comprehensively revised and expanded edition is the definitive practical guide to gardening. It features expert advice from 50 specialist contributors on gardening techniques, planning and maintenance, and on growing ornamental plants, fruits and vegetables.With more than 3,000 colour photographs and over 100 new pages, the RHS Encyclopedia of Gardening sets a new standard in gardening reference.

Hardback 752pp.
ISBN 0751308625
£35

Gardening Reference

The RHS Plant Finder 2007-2008

RHS Plant Finder 2007-2008: 20th Anniversary Edition

The definitive reference book for sourcing more than 70,000 plants and providing up to date information about plant nomenclature. This 21st edition contains some 4000 new plant names as well as addresses, telephone and fax numbers, e-mail and website addresses, opening times, location maps and mail order details for more than 750 nurseries. An absolute 'must-have' book for serious gardeners.

Paperback 960pp.
ISBN 978-1-4053-2065-8
Price £14.99

RHS Illustrated Dictionary of Gardening

The RHS Illustrated Dictionary of Gardening NEW

by Michael Pollock and Mark Griffiths
This major one-volume horticultural reference is based on the acclaimed four-volume The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. It includes descriptions and cultivation details for over 18,000 plants, and describes many gardening techniques. It also offers practical advice on all aspects of horticulture. Illustrated throughout.

Hardback 864pp.
ISBN 1405307609
Price £30


RHS Gardening Through The Year

RHS Gardening Through The Year
By Ian Spence

Good gardening depends on timing - when to plant and when to prune, when to feed and when to water, when to build and when to maintain. Whatever your level of gardening expertise, this is one book no gardener should be without - an authoritative and accessible reference book to guide you through a full 12 months of horticultural tasks. Clearly laid out and completely practical in approach, with more than 1,000 full colour photographs, and many special projects from making a nesting box to creating a water feature. The author was former Head Gardener at Barnsdale and Geoff Hamilton's right-hand man.

Hardback 384pp.
ISBN 0751313114
Price £19.99


RHS Fruit & Vegetable Gardening

RHS Fruit & Vegetable Gardening
Editor-in-chief Michael Pollock

Taking a fresh look at kitchen gardens, this definitive guide provides the latest advice and specialist tips from the RHS team of experts on growing healthy and tasty crops. Using a blend of cutting-edge, organic and traditional techniques specifically chosen for their simplicity and reliability, this accessible volume is essential for all kitchen gardeners.

Hardback 272pp.
ISBN 0751336831
Price £20


RHS Water Gardening

RHS Water Gardening
By Peter Robinson

This practical and inspiring guide shows how to design, construct, plant and maintain a myriad of water features in the garden. Illustrated with over 700 colour photographs and step-by-step illustrations.

Hardback 216pp.
ISBN 1405300957
Price £25


RHS Propagating Plants

RHS Propagating Plants
Editor-in-chief Alan Toogood

This superb practical guide shows you how to increase your plant stock in easy-to-follow steps giving guidance on the propagation of more than 1,000 plants. With over 1,800 photographs and illustrations.

Hardback 320pp.
ISBN:1405300612
Price £25.00

Paperback 320pp.
ISBN-10: 1405315253
ISBN-13: 9781405315258
Price £16.99


RHS Pruning & Training

RHS Pruning & Training
By Christopher Brickell & David Joyce

The unrivalled practical handbook to the correct pruning and training of ornamental trees, climbing plants, tree fruit, soft fruit, shrubs and roses. A-Z listing with more than 1,500 detailed illustrations and colour photographs.

Hardback 336pp.
ISBN 1405300736
£19.99

Paperback 336pp.
ISBN-10: 1405315261
ISBN-13: 9781405315265
£16.99


RHS Pests & Diseases

RHS Pests & Diseases
By Pippa Greenwood and Andrew Halstead

This complete guide to the identification, treatment and prevention of plant problems contains over 300 colour photographs for precise identification of symptoms and causes.

Hardback 224pp.
ISBN 1405300647
Price £19.99


Design

RHS Really Small Gardens

RHS Really Small Gardens
By Jill Billington

This book really confronts the restrictions imposed by limited space. Over 150 photographs of truly small gardens and more than 30 illustrated planting schemes and garden plans come together with a wealth of practical ideas to show how problems can be resolved. Whether you desire a lush, abundant
courtyard or a neat, formal roof garden, Really Small Gardens will inspire and guide all owners of small plots to create a class act.

Paperback 192pp.
ISBN 1903845505
Price £10.99


RHS New Formal Gardens

RHS New Formal Gardens
By Jill Billington

This superbly illustrated book shows how you can create a formal, yet individual, garden requiring the minimum of maintenance.
New paperback edition of what was in hardback New Classic Gardens.

Paperback 160pp.
ISBN 1903845513
Price £12.99


RHS Garden Book

RHS Garden Book
By Ursula Buchan & David Stevens

Written by two of the world's leading authorities on design and planting, this is the essential guide to creating and maintaining a successful garden. Beautifully illustrated with over 500 colour photographs.

Paperback 352pp.
ISBN 1840912030
Price £20


The Garden Designer

The Garden Designer
by Robin Williams


This essential sourcebook is a straightforward explanation of a professional's approach to garden design and style. It includes three-dimensional sketches and plans, and illustrations of a full range of garden materials and styles. There is firm guidance on appropriate choices of garden features and materials and how to make them fit together harmoniously.

Hardback 208pp.
ISBN 0711208123.
Price £25

RHS Colour Your Garden

RHS Colour Your Garden
by Jill Billington

An invaluable source of inspiration and reference for all gardeners who wish to master the use of colour. Includes practical guidance on using colour as a design tool, key plants and plant associations, dynamic planting plans and plant lists grouped by colour.

Hardback 192pp.
ISBN 1903845378
£25

Paperback 192pp.
ISBN 1844000796
Price £14.99