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Tallgrass Prairie Wildflowers (A Falcon Guide)
by: Ladd, Doug & Oberle, Frank
Ultimate field guide to wildflowers & plants of theprairie midwest.
Contains: Descriptions & photos of more than 300 plants, organized
by color & family; Sections on invasive weeds & tallgrass prairie
environmental restoration efforts; An introduction to the habitats &
ecology of the tallgrass prairie; A glossary of botanical terms &
a primer on plant characteristics & identification. Color photos throughout.
264 pgs.
c. 2005, 2nd Ed, S/C...$22.95
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Texas Wildflowers: A Field Guide
by: Loughmiller, Campbell & Loughmiller, Lynn
From the Big Bend to the Big Thicket, from the Panhandle to the Rio Grande
Valley, Texas is blessed with a dazzling array of wildflowers. Of the
many species that adorn the state, Texas Wildflowers provides clear and
concise descriptions for more than 300, complemented by 381 stunning full-color
photographs. Not only the most prevalent species but also rare and unusual
plants of startling beauty are illustrated and described. For more than
three decades Campbell and Lynn Loughmiller have photographed the wildflowers
of Texas, and their most exquisite photographs are reproduced here. The
loveliest flowers from all regions of the state are represented, from
the graceful calopogon orchid of the Big Thicket to the surprisingly delicate
blooms of the Trans-Pecos cacti. Color photos. 271 pgs.
c. 1989, S/C...$17.95
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Like New
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Toxic Plants of North America
by: George E Burrows & Ronald J. Tyrl
This reference book covers both wild and planted toxic plants found on
the North American continent north of the Tropic of Cancer. It addresses
animal & human intoxications with critical information such as: plant
morphology, distribution, clinical signs and pathological changes of toxicity,
and treatments. Also included is a glossary of botanical, toxicological,
physiological and chemical terms; a comprehensive index; and an extensive
bibliography. Illustrations. 1400 pgs.
c. 2001, H/C...$224.99
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Traditional Home Book Of Herbs
by: Janulewicz, Michael
All you need to know about successful planting, raising, harvesting, &
use of herbs. Includes an A-Z glossary of herbs with descriptions, cultivation
& uses. Color photographs. 144 pgs.
c.1996, H/C...$12.95
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Trees
by: Perkins, Benjamin
Following in the tradition of the great flower & plant books which
became so popular in the seventeenth century, the incredibly life-like
illustrations in this book depict each stage of a tree's growth from stark,
dormant twig & delicate bud to the ephemeral beauty of the blossoms
& the richness of fruit & autumn foliage. Accompanying the watercolors,
there are evocative pen-and0ink sketches which capture all the beauty
of the bare silhouettes agains winter skies with a vignette showing some
of the flora & fauna associated with each tree. Combining botanical
information & personal reminiscences, the text reveals the author's
intense love & knowledge of the countryside of the British Isles where
he spent most of his life. 58 full-color paintings & many pen-and-ink
drawings. 176 pgs.
c. 1987, H/C...$24.95
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good with dust jacket,
slight wear on dust jacket, inside near mint
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Trees & Aftercare: A Practical Handbook
by: Barbara Kiser
Trees in the landscape, in towns & cities, why plant trees, planning for
conservation, safety, equipment, seed collection & nurseries, planting
& early care, aftercare & maintenance. Drawings. 160 pgs.
c. 1991, S/C...$15.50
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Trees (Smithsonian Handbooks)
by: Coombes, Allen
Identification & information guide packed with over 1500 crystal-clear
photos with precise annotation to make identification sure & simple.
Concise & jargon-free text pinpoints the key characteristics of each
species & provides quick, accessible information such as: the differnece
betwenn conifers, broadleaves, & palms, it identifies each genus by
leaf types & guides you to the correct species entry. A concise glossary
defines scientific terms. 320 pgs.
c. 2002, 2nd Ed, S/C...$20.00
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Trees Of North America
by: Mitchell, Alan
Identification & information guide on the trees of North America. Each
tree is featured as it appears in a typical landscape, with seasonal changes,
leaf shapes, male & female flowers, and seeds shown in fine detail and
clearly labeled. There is a section for people wishing to grow, plant,
prune, or propagate their own trees, along with step-by-step instructions
& diagrams. Hundreds of full color illustrations. 208 pgs.
c.1987, S/C...$29.95
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Using Beneficial Insects
by: Hart, Rhonda
Garden soil builders, pollinators & predators. 32 pgs.
c.1991, Booklet...$2.95
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Water Plants For Missouri Ponds
by: Whitley, James
Identification, unique features, values & uses, non-chemical control.
This is a must-read for pond owners who want to enhance their ponds. Includes
interesting descriptions and line drawings of 68 aquatic and shoreline
plant species found in Missouri, along with 58 color photos. A "Suitability
for Ponds" section helps pond owners select appropriate plants, as
well as control problem plants. 151 pgs.
c. 1990, S/C...$10.00
Used
Condition: Very Good
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What Every Gardener Should Know About Earthworms
by: Hopp, Dr. Henry
All about raising earthworms. 32 pgs.
c. 1978, Booklet...$2.95
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What Tree Is That?
by: Stirling, Macoboy
A unique comprehensive reference book on the trees of the world with practical
information on growth habits and cultivation methods. Includes more than
300 genera and 900 species with 850 superb color photos. 367 pgs.
c. 1991, H/C...$49.95
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Wide-Row Planting: The Productive Miracle
by: by: Raymond, Dick
Reasons behind wide-row planting, soil preparation, planting, thinnning,
etc. 32 pgs.
c.1997, Booklet...$2.95
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World Of Mushrooms (World Of Nature)
by: Tosco, Uberto
Identification & inofrmation on toadstools & mushrooms,Also describes
the smells and the often strange relationships fungi share with each other
and with animal or vegetable organisms surrounding them. Informative text
and a collection of over 120 beautiful color plates & color illustrations.
128 pgs.
c. 1973, H/C...$12.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
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Worms Eat My Garbage
by: Appelhof, Mary
How to set up and maintain a worm composting system. You will learn how
to recycle kitchen food waste, save energy, produce fertilizer for house
and garden plants, grow fishing worms, and reduce waste disposal costs.
Illustrations. 100 pgs.
c. 1982, S/C...$6.50
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