Trees

by Bob Press

Published 7 March 2005
The ideal introductory guide to 176 tree species commonly found in Britain and Ireland Trees are such a familiar part of our surroundings that they are one of the most rewarding plants to be able to identify. Wild Guide Trees is the perfect starting point if you want to identify the trees on your road, in your garden or on a walk in the country. It also explains the history of trees and forests throughout Europe, and the influence they have on our day-to-day lives. / Detailed description and identification fact file for each entry, enabling fast and accurate identification / Colour artwork illustrates further useful identification features such as close-up of leaves, blossom, fruit or cones / There are details of leaf size, and the months in which the tree can be seen in blossom Each page is devoted to a different species and is illustrated with a colour photograph and leaf symbols, helping you to see which trees are related to each other and can also be used as a quick guide to family identification. Compact and easy-to-use, Wild Guide Trees is the perfect introduction for those wanting to learn more about these enchanting perennials.