Even beginners can cultivate thriving orchids with this practical guide to nearly 100 species! An insightful introduction offers helpful tips on orchid culture and care, followed by detailed facts on seed and germination; composting; containers; lighting, heating, and humidity requirements; propagation; and treatments for pests and diseases. The 100-page, color-filled section of orchid species features varieties from all over the globe, chosen for their hardiness and the diversity of their appearance. Along with close-up photos come descriptions of leaves, stems, and flowers, and their flowering seasons. 160 pages, 94 color illus., 14 b/w illus., 7 1/2 x 9 1/2.
- ISBN10 0706377435
- ISBN13 9780706377439
- Publish Date 7 May 1998 (first published 30 March 1981)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 23 August 2013
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Octopus Publishing Group
- Imprint Cassell Illustrated
- Edition New ed of 2 Revised ed of
- Format Paperback
- Pages 160
- Language English