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“A necessary and, therefore, highly recommended acquisition for any library with botanical or gardening readers.” —L. G. Kavaljian, Choice, February 1993 (Choice )”Detailed enough for enthusiasts and accessible to general readers, this is a must for all horticulural reference collections.” —Phillip Oliver, Library Journal, December 15, 2004 (Library Journal )A necessary and, therefore, highly recommended acquisition for any library with botanical or gardening reade (more…)spells for beginners

From Booklist

The word orchid conjures an exotic image of lush rarity when, in fact, orchids are one of the largest family of plants, with an estimated 17,000–35,000 species worldwide, depending on the counting botanists. Horticulturist la Croix selected the fraction of orchid species that may be cultivated in gardens and greenhouses to summarize for enthusiasts and interested readers. Chapters briefly discussing the basics of cultivation, pests and diseases, and conservation  (more…)

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Beautifully illustrated and up-to-date… gardeners of all levels will discover how fail-safe it can be to grow orchids. — Michigan Gardener 11/2005Succeeds admirably in it aim to ‘provide a practical concise, easy-to-use guide’… artful photos of vibrant orchids. — Publishers Weekly /Well-illustrated advice on picking appropriate orchids, caring for them, and displaying them attractively. — HortIdeas 02/2005

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The fun and easy way to grow orchids Orchids, as anyone who has read Susan Orlean’s The Orchid Thief or has seen the movie Adaptation knows, inspire a passionate following. And their popularity is rising: according to the USDA, more than 12.7 million orchids were sold in the U.S. last year. Brimming with black-and-white illustrations and 8 pages of color photos, this friendly guide introduces would-be orchid fanciers to today’s most popular and intriguing orchid varietie (more…)

From Publishers Weekly

Cullina has maintained a personal collection of orchids for decades, and still gets “that spine tingling, toe-tickling feeling of WOW” from an unfamiliar or outstanding specimen. It’s a feeling he’s eager to share with “orchid lovers at every level of expertise, from absolute beginner to experienced grower to expert.” He succeeds in addressing such a broad audience by organizing his work into independent modules that can be consulted as needed. The first po (more…)

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“Anyone who has ever succumbed to the charms of an orchid at the grocery store and then despaired when it quit blooming will gain a lot of confidence from this helpful guide.” (Hartford Courant )”Here’s hope for all who love orchids but fear that they are too difficult to keep alive.” (Chattanooga Times Free Press )”Here’s hope for all who love orchids but fear that they are too difficult to keep alive.” (Lexington Herald-Leader )”If you re interested in growing orchids, t (more…)

Appreciate the beauty of the rare Moth orchid all year long with this meticulously detailed fabric version that’s so realistic, you might not notice the difference from the real thing! 4 3/4″ x 4 3/4″ x 20″ high.

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The fun and easy way to grow orchids Orchids, as anyone who has read Susan Orlean’s The Orchid Thief or has seen the movie Adaptation knows, inspire a passionate following. And their popularity is rising: according to the USDA, more than 12.7 million orchids were sold in the U.S. last year. Brimming with black-and-white illustrations and 8 pages of color photos, this friendly guide introduces would-be orchid fanciers to today’s most popular and intriguing orchid varietie (more…)Hummer H1 Parts

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Whether you’re starting your first orchid collection or you’re already well-versed in Orchidaceae, Miniature Orchids by Steven A. Frowine doesn’t disappoint. Hobby Farms Magazine 20071101 Aimed at those ready to fill their windowsills and shelves with color and delight … this appealing book is best for beginners. — Edward J. Valauskas Library Journal 20071215 An unparalleled resource on these plant gems. — Clear Englebert West Hawaii Today 20071202 Frowine richly ou (more…)

From Publishers Weekly

Cullina has maintained a personal collection of orchids for decades, and still gets “that spine tingling, toe-tickling feeling of WOW” from an unfamiliar or outstanding specimen. It’s a feeling he’s eager to share with “orchid lovers at every level of expertise, from absolute beginner to experienced grower to expert.” He succeeds in addressing such a broad audience by organizing his work into independent modules that can be consulted as needed. The first po (more…)