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 A NATURALIST'S
GUIDE TO FIELD PLANTS: An Ecology for Eastern North America
Donald Cox. An abundance of information on the
simple field plants in Eastern North America and their profound impact
on regional and global ecosystems. Includes origins and types of
soils and how they relate to vegetation; climate and human culture; plants
and fungi growth in fields; adaptations for survival; field plant reproduction
and seed dispersal, plus; toxic, medicinal, and edible plants that flourish
in fields. Features details on collecting and/or preserving field
plants, plus special projects and investigations. A valuable reference
for professional and amateur naturalists, students and the general public.
6 x 9, 216p, 112 line drawings, December 2004.
N7806 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $22.95
A NATURALIST'S
GUIDE TO FOREST PLANTS: An Ecology for Eastern North America
Donald Cox. A wealth of information about the forests
of eastern N.A., including: soils; forest plants and fungi; reproduction,
and; toxic, medicinal, and edible forest plants. Includes details
for identifying and collecting forest plants, plus non-technical investigations,
activities, and projects. An illustrated guide to forest ecology
provides an appreciation for forest plants and their role in local ecosystems.
6 x 9, 216 p, 98 illustrations, 4 charts, 2003.
N7792 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $22.95
THE BOOK
OF FIELD AND ROADSIDE: Open-Country Weeds, Trees, and Wildflowers of Eastern
North America
John Eastman. Detailed portraits of 85 species
of wildflowers, trees, and weeds commonly found in fields, open meadows,
and along roadsides. Includes a natural history, where & how
it grows, how it survives, and what animals rely on it for food and shelter.
A handy reference, combining fascinating fact and folklore. 5-1/2 x 8-1/4,
352p, 99 b&w illustrations, 2003.
B6258 paperback ..........US $18.95 CAN $21.95
BOOK OF
FOREST & THICKET: Trees, Shrubs & Wildflowers of Eastern North
America
John Eastman. Starts where other guides end, exploring
the complex world of woodlands & brushy edges. Fascinating fact
and folklore combine with detailed descriptions of wildlife and plant communities
and interactions. 5 x 8, 224p, 129 illustrations, 1992.
B0468 paperback ..........US $16.95 CAN $19.95
BOOK OF
SWAMP & BOG: Trees, Shrubs & Wildflowers of Eastern Freshwater
Wetlands
John Eastman. Picks up where field guides leave
off. Takes an ecological approach, providing complete descriptions
of 80 plants, as well as the associated wildlife and plant communities.
5 x 8, 256p, 120 illustrations, 1995.
B5189 paperback ..........US $16.95 CAN $19.95
PLANTS OF
THE LEWIS & CLARK EXPEDITION
H. Wayne Phillips. With excerpts from the journals
and non-technical descriptions, the book mixes history with botany and
invites readers to see wildflowers, shrubs, and trees as the explorers
first saw them, from the indigo brush in Missouri to feather boa kelp on
the Pacific Coast. Plants are organized into six ecological and geographical
regions. A unique meld of 21st century knowledge with the excitement
of 19th century exploration. 6 x 9, 288p, 315 color photos, b&w historic
photos & maps, 2003.
P4776 paperback ..........US $20.00 CAN
$29.95
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Native Plants
NATIVE ALTERNATIVES
TO INVASIVE PLANTS (Brooklyn Botanic Garden All-Region Guide)
B. Colston Burrell. Identifies native plants for
every region (native trees, shrubs, vines, herbaceous plants, and grasses)
selected as alternatives to the invasive species degrading & destroying
the continent’s natural habitats. For each invasive species, profiles
1-4 regional natives that match most or all of the invasive’s desirable
characteristics, like flowers, fruit, fall color, and ease of care.
Features: easy-to-identify alternatives to the worst invasive plants used
in horticulture; “attributes at a glance” box highlights each plant’s most
attractive features, and; growing tips. An “indispensable guide for
everyone who loves dazzling gardens and cares about the health of North
America’s remaining wild landscapes.” 6 x 9, 240p, color photos, map, 2006.
N8744 paperback ..........US $9.95 CAN $12.95
ARMITAGE'S
NATIVE PLANTS FOR NORTH AMERICAN GARDENS
Allan Armitage. Describes 630+ species and cultivars
of perennials, biennials, & annuals native to the United States.
Includes a general description of each plant, plus the essential data needed
to grow it successfully, including habitat, hardiness, correct garden site,
maintenance, and propagation. Clear, easy-to-use format. An
authoritative/"everything you need" guide from one of the world's foremost
horticulturists. 7-1/2 x 10-1/2, 452p, 443 color photos, 2006.
A7600 hardcover ..........US $49.95 CAN $64.95
NATIVE PLANTS
OF THE NORTHEAST: A Guide for Gardening and Conservation
Donald Leopold. No other single volume on native
plants has such comprehensive horticultural coverage. Includes nearly
700 species of native trees, shrubs, vines, ferns, grasses, and wildflowers
from eastern North America. Provides a foundation for the choice
of plants for different areas, situations, and climates, attracting butterflies,
hummingbirds, and other wildlife, as well as the restoration of native
plant habitats. Features practical advice on cultivation and propagation,
plus descriptions, ranges, and hardiness. An essential resource for
everyone interested in gardening with native plants of all kinds, and those
who need information for habitat restoration and enhancement of biodiversity
for the sake of conservation. 7-1/2 x 10-1/2, 304p, approx. 500 color photos,
2 maps, 2005.
N6736 hardcover ..........US $39.95 CAN $45.95
100 EASY-TO-GROW
NATIVE PLANTS FOR CANADIAN GARDENERS (Updated ed.)
Lorraine Johnson. A "fail-safe reference" for introducing
100 beautiful and robust (low-maintenance) native plants into your own
garden. Features: handy profiles of each native plant; creative suggestions
for pairing plants; propagation and cultivation tips, and; extensive plant
charts by region, habitat and conditions. A concise, straightforward
guide for those "who want to be part of an ecological trend … and stay
"native." 8 x 9-1/4, 160p, color photos throughout, 1999, reprint 2005.
E6577 paperback ..........US $22.95 CAN $24.95
THE NEW
ONTARIO NATURALIZED GARDEN: The Complete Guide To Using Native Plants
Lorraine Johnson. Explains the naturalized approach
to landscaping that blends environmental concerns with an appreciation
of nature's inherent beauty. Johnson celebrates the diversity of
Ontario's native plants (“native plant communities”) and outlines the benefits
of native plant gardening, such as attracting wildlife and recreating various
habitats, from prairie pockets to lush urban woodlands. Includes
an insightful discussion of the plants, methods, philosophy, ethics, and
more. …"A guide for native plant gardeners that brings it all together."
7-1/2 x 9-1/4, 224p, 40 color photos, b&w illustrations, 2001.
O2008 paperback ..........US $24.95 CAN $24.95
BOTANICA
NORTH AMERICA: The Illustrated Guide to Our Native Plants, Their Botany,
History, and the Way They Have Shaped Our World
Marjorie Harris. A comprehensive encyclopedia of
the wonderfully diverse North American native plants. Over 420 entries
provide essential details on each plant's physical attributes, natural
history, common uses, and ethnobotany. Filled with fascinating anecdotes,
color photos, and insightful quotes from a variety of gardening experts
and amateurs, from Rachel Carson to John Muir. "A reference no gardener
or environmentalist should be without." 8-1/2 x 10-7/8, 688p, color
photos, 2003. OVERSIZE.
B2319 hardcover ..........US $59.95 CAN $75.95
NATIVE TREES,
SHRUBS AND VINES FOR URBAN & RURAL AMERICA
Gary L. Hightshoe. The first section of this book
describes different factors normally considered in selecting plants.
The second is an encyclopedia of native woody plants. Each “master
plate” includes the plant’s scientific and common names, plus all the plant’s
characteristics. A map showing the plant’s native region, a drawing
of its twigs, leaves, flowers and fruit, and a photo of its bark. 6-1/4
x 9-1/4, 819p, color photos, b&w illustrations, 1998. OVERSIZE.
N8799 hardcover ..........US $185.00 CAN $203.99
Shrub and Plant Identification
THE SHRUB
IDENTIFICATION BOOK: The Visual Method for the Identification of Shrubs,
Vines and Ground Covers
George Symonds. Presents the “visual method” for
the identification and recognition of shrubs (and vines & ground covers).
In the first of two parts, the “Pictorial Keys” allow visual comparison
to narrow i.d. to a small group – the family or genus. Then, in the
“Master Pages,” the species is determined by highlighting differences within
the family group and eliminating other possibilities. Well-organized,
easy-to-use format. A valuable and popular resource to help identify
shrubs, vines, and ground covers. 8-1/2 x 11, 384p, 3,000+ b&w
photos, 1973.
S0409 paperback ..........US $22.00 CAN $24.95
ILLUSTRATED
FLORA OF THE NORTHERN U.S. & CANADA (3 volume set)
N.L. Britton, A. Brown. A monumental classic of
botany supplying full, botanical info and an illustration for 4,666 species.
Remarkable clarity of detail. The two subkingdoms of ferns and seed-bearing
plants are broken down into classes, orders, families, genera, species
and race. Includes 8 page analytical key and glossary. 6 x 9, 2,087p,
illus., 1913, reprint 1970, 2nd. enlarged, revised edition, 1975. OVERSIZE.
I6425 paperback (3 volumes) ..........US $56.95
CAN $68.95
THE RANDOM
HOUSE BOOK OF SHRUBS
Roger Phillips, Martyn Rix.
A uniquely comprehensive reference guide to 1,900+ shrubs. Color
photos show many growing in gardens or in the wild. Plants are arranged
according to their growing season and the authoritative text describes
each plant's origin, important characteristics and the growing conditions
that suit it. 8-1/2 x 11, 288p, color photos, 1989. This
title has gone out of print. We do have some copies available with
slightly marked/damaged covers (new, not used).
S3455 paperback ..........US
$29.95 CAN $41.95
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SHRUBS OF
ONTARIO
J.H. Soper, M.L. Heimburger. The definitive work
for shrubs growing outside of cultivation. Covers over 100 types
of shrubs found across Ontario. Comprehensive, with keys, geo-referenced,
and technically sound. 6-3/4 x 10, 495p, scaled line drawings, 1990, reprint
1994.
S2836 paperback ..........US $35.00 CAN $35.00
FOREST PLANTS
OF NORTHEASTERN ONTARIO
Karen Legasy, Brenda Chambers. Comprehensive color
guide, with each section presenting plants by family found in the boreal
forest of NE Ontario (from Hudson Bay in the north to Kirkland Lake in
the south, and from the Quebec border in the east to Manitouwadge in the
west). Contains 300+ species. For each plant, features facts
on natural history, ethnobotany and potential hazards. 4-1/4 x 8-1/2, 352p,
300+ color photos, 330 b&w illustrations, 1995.
F0641 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $24.95
FOREST PLANTS
OF CENTRAL ONTARIO
Brenda Chambers, et al.. Central Ontario is noted
for its diverse mix of conifer and hardwood forest ecosystems. Describes
over 300 species of trees, shrubs, wildflowers, ferns, grasses, sedges,
rushes, mosses, lichens and liverworts found in Cottage Country, Algonquin
Park , the Ottawa Valley, Lake Huron region and Georgian Bay.
Includes notes on natural history, ethnobotany, edibility, hazards and
historical use of each plant. 4-1/4 x 8, 448p, 440 color photos, 407 illustrations,
1996.
F0617 paperback ..........US $23.95 CAN $29.95
PLANTS OF
THE WESTERN BOREAL FOREST & ASPEN PARKLAND
Derek Johnson, Linda Kershaw, Andy MacKinnon. An
easy-to-use, comprehensive field guide providing detailed information about
plants in the region extending from Alaska to western Ontario. Color
photos & illustrations combine with concise species descriptions to
help identify plants (trees, shrubs, wildflowers, sedges, mosses, etc.).
Includes intriguing notes about edible plants, native uses of plants &
origins of plant names. A handy reference for anyone exploring this
region. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 392p, 800+ color photos, approx. 900 line drawings,
1995.
P0587 paperback ..........US $23.95 CAN $29.95
FLORA OF
THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST: An Illustrated Manual
C. Leo Hitchcock, Arthur Cronquist. A must for
anyone interested in the plant life of this area. Contains a taxonomic
treatment of 1000’s of species of flowering plants, conifers, and fern-related
plants native to or established in Washington, northern Oregon & Idaho,
western Montana, and southern British Columbia. 7-1/4 x 10-1/2, 730p, 10,000+
illus., 1973, reprint 1976. OVERSIZE.
F2733 hardcover ..........US $60.00 CAN $69.95
FOREST PLANTS
OF THE SOUTHEAST AND THEIR WILDLIFE USES (revised edition)
James Miller, Karl Miller. Award Winner.
Features descriptions of native and nonnative (exotic or invasive) plants,
including 330 species of forbs (herbaceous plants), in 180 genera: grasses,
sedges, and rushes; woody vines and semiwoody plants; shrubs; palms and
yucca; cane; cactus; ferns, and; ground lichen. Includes a special emphasis
on the plants’ role in wildlife sustenance. Color photos show
each plant’s distinctive feature. A must-have guide to common &
unique plants found in forests of the SE. 6 x 9, 464p, 650 color photos,
56 b&w drawings, 1 map, 1999, 2005.
F7484 paperback ..........US $34.95 CAN $41.95
LANDOWNER’S
GUIDE TO STATE-PROTECTED PLANTS OF FORESTS IN NEW YORK STATE
D.J. Raynal, D.J. Leopold. Features 150 state-protected
herbaceous & woody species found in wetland & upland forests throughout
NY and the NE. Key botanical details of each species & its habitat,
and a general intro to the various categories of rarity in New York.
The 32 woody species include both trees & shrubs. 6 x 9, 100p, 165
color photos, 1999.
L1309 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $22.95
PRAIRIE
PLANTS OF THE MIDWEST: Identification and Ecology
Russell Kirt. A tremendous resource for the i.d.
of tallgrass prairie plants native to the mid-continent of N.A..
100+ illustrations are presented with accompanying plant descriptions &
ecological notes. The plants are arranged according to the three
most prominent families: Poaceae (grass), Fabaceae (legumes), & Asteraceae
(composite). 6 x 9, 158p, 120 line drawings, 1995.
PR5733 paperback ..........US $13.95 CAN $19.95
Invasive Plants
INVASIVE
PLANTS: Guide to Identification and the Impacts and Control of Common North
American Species
Sylvan Ramsey Kaufman, Wallace Kaufman. “The first
ever field guide to invasive plants in North America” (from the southernmost
states of the U.S. to northernmost Canada & Alaska). Features
full-color photos & descriptions of 200+ alien species – both terrestrial
and aquatic. Describes the plant's environmental & economic impacts,
as well as management techniques used to control it. Includes an
explanation of “what an invasive is,” plus a step-by-step identification
key. An easy-to-use, wide-ranging guide to understanding invasive
plants and this unprecedented environmental challenge. 5-1/2 x 8-1/4, 464p,
250 color photos, 2007.
I3653 paperback ..........US $39.95 CAN $45.95
INVASIVE
SPECIES IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST
P. D. Boersma, S. H. Reichard, A. N. Van Buren, eds..
Explores the intentional and accidental introductions of the “non-native
organisms causing harm to native habitats or species” of the PNW region.
Describes these species, how they got here, and the effects of their invasions
on the region's environment. Descriptions of each of the 108 invasive
species of fish, plants, invertebrates, mammals, and birds include: a color
photo; a map showing the species' presence in the region; impact on communities
& native species; control methods & management; life histories
& species overview, and; history of invasiveness. A timely, informative
overview of this important environmental issue. 7 x 10, 276p, 108 color
photos & maps, 2006.
I5968 paperback ..........US $29.95 CAN $35.95
ALIEN INVADERS
IN CANADA'S WATERS, WETLANDS, AND FORESTS
Renata Claudi, Patrick Nantel, Elizabeth Muckle-Jeffs,
eds.. Documents the status of invasive species in Canada and their
known impacts on the biodiversity of various types of ecosystems.
Presents a collection of papers from experts in several disciplines who
discuss and analyze invasive species from a variety of perspectives, including:
invasion pathways; affected sectors; management & control, and; international
collaborations. A timely, comprehensive overview highlighting the
alien species problem in Canada. 7-3/4 x 10-1/2, 320p, color photos, tables,
maps, 2002.
A8252 paperback .........US $41.95 CAN $41.95
INVASIVE
PLANTS OF THE UPPER MIDWEST: An Illustrated Guide to Their Identification
and Control
Elizabeth Czarapata. Award Winner. A comprehensive
guide to invasive species currently endangering native habitats in the
region (MN, WI, MI, OH, IL, IN, IA, & MO). Readily applicable
to other regions, including woodlands & wetlands in the Northeast.
Contains the practical information and photos people need to identify and
control the ruinous invasive plants to the region (trees, shrubs, vines,
grasses, sedges, & herbaceous plants - including aquatic invaders).
Includes: manual, mechanical, biological, & chemical control techniques;
info & advice about herbicides; and suggestions for related ecological
restoration & community education efforts. An informative, practical
resource for natural resource managers, foresters, farmers, landowners,
and others. 8-1/2 x 11, 352p, 262 color photos, 20 line drawings, 2005.
I0545 paperback ..........US $29.95 CAN $34.95
Wetland Plants
A NATURALIST'S
GUIDE TO WETLAND PLANTS: An Ecology for Eastern North America
Donald Cox. "A non-technical illustrated guidebook
to the ecology of freshwater wetlands in Eastern and Central North America."
A comprehensive study of wetlands flora. Covers plant lore, ecology,
and tips for plant identification. Includes details on plant collection
and preservation, as well as non-technical investigations and projects.
6 x 9, 168p, 103 b&w illustrations, 2002.
N7407 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $22.95
IN SEARCH
OF SWAMPLAND A Wetland Sourcebook and Field Guide (Revised, 2nd ed.)
Ralph Tiner. An intro to the ecology & natural
beauty of the wetlands. Provides an overview of wetland ecology with
emphasis on factors important to wetland identification & recognition.
Includes descriptions & illustrations of 300+ wetland plants and 200
wetland animals (with clear i.d. keys). While the focus is on wetlands
of the northeastern U.S. (from ME through MD + west to OH & KY), many
of the plants & animals described are common throughout much of the
eastern United States. Designed for those with little or no training
in wetland science. “A comprehensive introduction & field guide
to wetlands” from a foremost expert. 7 x 10, 336p, 46 color plates, 117
b&w photos & illustrations, 1998, 2002.
I5063 paperback ..........US $29.95 CAN $35.95
COMMON MARSH,
UNDERWATER, AND FLOATING-LEAVED PLANTS of the U.S. & Canada
Neil Hotchkiss. Complete treatment presents identifying
information for 295 plants. Over 750 illustrations provide three
views of plants: full view, seed pods, and flowers. Easy-to-use key.
8 x 11, 250p, b&w illus., reprint 1972.
C810X paperback ..........US $13.95 CAN $19.95
This title has gone out of print.
Limited copies available.
WETLAND
PLANTS OF OREGON & WASHINGTON
B. Jennifer Guard. Features descriptions of over
330 plant species. A highly-illustrated guide, with 300+ color photos
and 74 line drawings. Hints for distinguishing easily-confused species,
plus notes on endangered plants and wildlife. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 240p, color
photos, line drawings, 1999.
W0609 softcover ..........US $19.95 CAN $24.95
WETLAND
PLANTS OF ONTARIO
Steven Newmaster, Allan Harris,
Linda Kershaw. Describes 475+ species of wetland plants found across
eastern North America (and the ranges of many extend west to B.C. and Alaska).
Features detailed plant species descriptions combined with drawings and
color photos. Includes edible plants, native uses of plants, and
a color photo guide to flowers. A handy field guide. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2,
240p, 450+ color photos, 300 line drawings, 1997, 2007.
W0595 softcover ..........US $29.95 CAN $29.95
Grasses
GRASSES:
Identification Guide
Lauren Brown (sponsored by: Peterson Institute).
Focuses on the color, shape, and texture of the plants. Descriptions
tell how to identify grasses and provide a lively account of their history,
ecology and uses. Covers 135 species. 5-1/2 x 8-1/4, 240p, 386 b&w
illustrations, 1979.
G8814 paperback ..........US $16.00 CAN $18.95
MANUAL OF
THE GRASSES OF THE UNITED STATES (2 volume set)
A.S. Hitchcock. Definitive encyclopedic reference
work compiled from the U.S. National Herbarium collection. Catalogs
and describes all 1,398 species in 169 genera, plus 120 species in 16 genera
of “waifs”. 6 x 9, 1,051p, 1,199 illustrations, 1950. OVERSIZE.
M7170 paperback (2 volumes) ..........US $30.00
CAN $36.95
GRASSES,
SEDGES & RUSHES of the Northern United States: Field Guide
Edward Knobel. Easy-to-carry. Covers 370
of the most common species. Includes key and 500 illustrations. 5-3/8
x 8-1/2, 83p, illustrations, 1977.
G505X paperback ..........US $4.95 CAN $5.95
Mosses & Ferns
MOSSES,
LICHENS AND FERNS OF NORTHWEST NORTH AMERICA
Dale Vitt, Janet Marsh, Robin Bovey. Includes 370+
of the most common species of mosses, liverworts, lichens, and ferns (also
horsetails & clubmosses) found from Alaska to southern Oregon and from
the Pacific Ocean to Montana & Saskatchewan. Combined with a
color photo, each species entry describes identifying characteristics,
habitat, and distribution. “This classic guide to the bryophytes
of the West” sheds light on these relatively inconspicuous plants that
play significant roles in the ecology of forests and tundra. 5 x 8-1/2,
296p, 370 color photos, 32 line drawings, maps, 1988, 2007.
M5694 paperback ..........US $29.95 CAN $34.95
NATIVE FERNS,
MOSS & GRASSES, FROM EMERALD CARPET TO AMBER WAVE: Serene and Sensuous
Plants for the Garden
William Cullina. The third book in the “natives”
trilogy from this nationally recognized expert in native plants.
Several hundred species are covered in three plant sections: ferns; mosses,
and; grasses, sedges & rushes. Each section contains details
& instructions on “anatomy,” gardening with the plants, and an encyclopedia
of selected species. Final section on propagation includes a propagation
table, and covers everything from seed collection, cleaning & storage
to germination and potting. In the author’s style, combines many
of his own color photos with encyclopedic, instructive information.
A definitive volume that “gives advanced and novice gardeners alike the
tools - and the inspiration - to successfully grow and propagate these
sophisticated plants.” 8-1/2 x 11, 272p, 300 color photos, 2008.
N1181 paperback ..........US $40.00 CAN $45.95
ELFIN WORLD
of MOSSES AND LIVERWORTS: of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Isle Royale
Janice Glime. A field guide to the mosses &
liverworts of the Great Lakes Area. Covers 100+ species, with 175
full-color photos. Written in layman’s terms and is one of the few
of its kind published in N.A.. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 154p, color photos, 1993.
E9046 paperback ..........US $16.95 CAN $19.95
SOME COMMON
MOSSES OF BRITISH COLUMBIA (revised ed.)
W.B. Schofield. The most comprehensive field guide
to mosses in BC. Accompanied by drawings and maps, describes over
120 species. Includes an explanation of biology, ecology, distribution,
and how to collect. Written for the casual reader, but a valuable
resource for the more experienced. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 400p, b&w illustrations,
maps, 1993.
S1652 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $19.95
Weeds
THE FIELD
GUIDE TO WEEDS
Sorry, this title has gone out
of print and is no longer available.
F6944 pb, semi-spiral ..........US $9.98
CAN $14.98
WEEDS OF
CANADA AND THE NORTHERN UNITED STATES (A Guide for Identification)
France Royer, Richard Dickinson. An illustrated
field guide that identifies 150+ noxious weeds, from the Pacific coast
to the Maritimes. 800 color photos show the weeds at every growth
stage & help to distinguish another 100 related species. Loaded
with detailed descriptions and technical info. An extraordinary resource
for a multitude of users. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 472p, color photos, 150 line drawings,
1999.
W311X softcover ..........US $29.95 CAN $29.95
COMMON WEEDS
OF THE UNITED STATES
USDA. Covers 220 important weeds. Includes
maps, botanical information, plant lore, and 225 illustrations. 6 x 9,
463p, illustrations, 1970.
C5045 paperback ..........US $18.95 CAN $22.95
WEEDS OF
THE NORTHEAST
R.H. Uva, et al.. A highly-illustrated manual to
229 common & economically important weeds in the region south to Virginia,
north to Maine & southern Canada, and west to Wisconsin. A fold-out
grass i.d. table that provides diagnostic information for weedy grasses
in an easy-to-use tabular key. A comprehensive guide. 6 x 9, 397p,
color photos, line drawings, 1997.
W3344 paperback ..........US $29.95 CAN $34.95
NORTHWEST
WEEDS: The Ugly and Beautiful Villians of Fields, Gardens, and Roadsides
Ronald Taylor. Describes and illustrates the prominent
and ever-present weeds of the Pacific Northwest states, the northern Rockies,
& adjacent/southwestern Canada. Full-color photos & accompanying
text emphasize the weeds' identifying characteristics. Includes information
on the origin, distribution, aggressiveness, and edibility of each weed.
A handy reference. 5-3/8 x 8-3/8, 183p, color photos, 1990, 2004.
N2498 paperback ..........US $14.00 CAN $16.95
Wildflowers
THE ROM
FIELD GUIDE TO WILDFLOWERS OF ONTARIO
Richard Dickinson, et al.. The most authoritative,
easy-to-use guide to Ontario wildflowers available. Detailed descriptions
of 400 of Ontario’s most common wildflowers, including notes on: habitat;
characteristic features of each species’ leaves, flowers, and fruits; similar
species, and; when possible, traditional uses, origin of its name, and
biology. An invaluable resource for the casual Sunday stroller to
the most dedicated amateur botanist. 4-1/2 x 8, 416p, approx. 1000 color
photos, 2004.
R6525 paperback ..........US $21.95 CAN $29.99
TALLGRASS
PRAIRIE WILDFLOWERS: A Field Guide to Wildflowers and plants of the Prairie
Midwest (2nd ed.)
Doug Ladd. This remains the classic guidebook to
wildflowers of the midwestern tallgrass prairie (from northeastern OK north
into Canada and eastward through OH). Fully revised and updated.
Contains photos and precise descriptions of close to 300 species of the
more common native tallgrass prairie plants. Arranged by flower color
to aid in quick & accurate i.d.. Includes habitat/range info,
historical & cultural notes, and more. A comprehensive, easy-to-use
field guide. 6 x 9, 288p, 300+ color photos, b&w illustrations, 1995,
2005.
T7441 paperback ..........US $22.95 CAN $26.95
THE SECRETS
OF WILDFLOWERS: A Delightful Feast of Little-Known Facts, Folklore, and
History
Jack Sanders. A tribute bursting with odd facts
and wonderful superstitions about some of North America's most beautiful
and common plants. Picks up where field guides leave off, describing
what's interesting about the plants you've already identified, such as
their natural history, folklore, habitats, horticulture, uses, origins
of names, and even their literary pedigrees. A thorough introduction
to the natural and cultural history of over 100 representative species
. 8-1/2 x 8, 320p, color photos, 2003.
S6681 hardcover ..........US $24.95 CAN $28.95
WILDFLOWERS
OF THE EASTERN UNITED STATES
Wilbur Duncan, Marion Duncan. Describes 1,100+
wildflowers that can be found east of the Mississippi (from ME to northern
FL) - in woods & parks, along mountain trails or dunes, and even floating
in streams (700+ of these species also are found west of the Mississippi).
Includes forbs, grasses, rushes, & sedges. Color photos accompany
succinct descriptions that include range, blooming season, and typical
habitat for each species. A thorough and informative guide. 6 x 9,
380p, 631 color photos, 1 figure, 4 maps, 1999, 2005.
W7476 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $23.95
NEWCOMB’S
WILDFLOWER GUIDE
Lawrence Newcomb. Ingenious system of identification
based on natural structural features that are easily visible. Beautiful
illustrations on the facing page confirm your identification. 4-3/4 x 7-3/4,
490p, color + b&w illustrations, glossary, 1977.
N4429 softcover ..........US $19.99 CAN $25.99
ILLUSTRATED
BOOK OF WILDFLOWERS AND SHRUBS
Sorry, this title has gone out
of print and is no longer available.
I0859 paperback ..........US $24.95 CAN
$29.95
NORTH WOODS
WILDFLOWERS: A Field Guide to Wildflowers of the Northeastern United States
and Southeastern Canada (A Falcon Guide)
Doug Ladd. The first comprehensive guide to the
common and characteristic wildflowers of the region. Detailed descriptions
and color photos of 350+ species, conveniently arranged by flower color.
Features an intro to North Woods habitats and ecology, plus a primer on
plant characteristics. Perfect for the novice & the expert wildflower
enthusiast alike. 6 x 9, 280p, color photos, b&w illustrations, map,
2001.
N9799 laminated ..........US $24.95 CAN $28.95
WILDFLOWER
BOOK EAST OF THE ROCKIES: An Easy Guide to Growing and Identifying Wildflowers
Donald & Lillian Stokes. A comprehensive guide,
illustrated with color photos, tells you all you need to know to identify,
cultivate & enjoy wildflowers in your own woodlot or yard. Covers
everything from fascinating wildflower lore to techniques for conserving
plants native to eastern N.A.. 8-1/2 x 11, 95p, color photos, 1992.
W7864 paperback ..........US $13.00 CAN $18.95
ONTARIO
WILDFLOWERS
Linda Kershaw. Features 101 species of common wayside
wildflowers found in Ontario. Complete with pictorial guide organized
by flower color, illustrated dichotomous key to flowers and full species
accounts. Includes notes of interest on edibility, medicinal uses,
and poisonous plants. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 144p, 200+ color photos, 2002.
O2857 paperback ..........US $16.95 CAN $16.95
GROWING
& PROPAGATING WILD FLOWERS
Harry Phillips. Award Winner. Clear and practical
methods for raising native plants (mainly eastern N.A.) from seeds, cuttings
and divisions. Covers 100+ genera of flowers, carnivorous plants
& ferns. Describes growth habits, flowers, fruits and seeds.
7-1/2 x 9, 330p, 32 color photos, 250 b&w illustrations, 1985.
G1315 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $22.95
GUIDE TO
GROWING AND PROPAGATING WILDFLOWERS OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
Bill Cullina & The New England Wild Flower Society.
The most authoritative reference, backed by the best-known wildflower organizations.
Covers the entire U.S. and Canada, providing detailed info on 200 genera
& almost 1,000 species, including the plant’s natural range & where
it will grow in a garden. Provides experts’ methods - many of them
new - for propagating every plant in the book. 8 x 11, 384p, 355 color
photos, 2000. OVERSIZE.
G6094 hardcover ..........US $40.00 CAN $45.95
Winter References
WILDFLOWERS
AND WINTER WEEDS
Lauren Brown. Identifies 135+ common species
of wildflowers & weeds found in the NE United States. Each plant
is illustrated, and accompanied by a description of its key characteristics.
“A joy to those woods walkers and strollers who have been puzzled by the
skeletal remains of herbaceous plants that they see in winter…” (R.T. Peterson).
5-1/2 x 8-1/4, 252p, illustrations, 1997.
W6785 paperback ..........US $14.95 CAN $17.95
WINTER BOTANY
William Trelease. Illustrated manual makes it easy
to identify over 1,000 species of vines, shrubs and trees in winter - most
from Northeastern U.S. with typical Southern species. 5-3/4 x 7-3/4, 396p,
1000+ illustrations, 1931.
W8007 paperback ..........US $14.95 CAN $17.95
WOODY PLANTS
IN WINTER: A Manual of Common Trees and Shrubs in Winter in the Northeastern
United States and Southeastern Canada
Earl Core, Nelle Ammons. An illustrated manual
to identify trees and shrubs in winter. The morphological features
used are the size and form of the plants and especially the structures
of the younger branches (twigs), as well as fruits and flowers. 5-1/2 x
8-1/2, 218p, pen & ink drawings, 1958, reprint 1992.
W8521 paperback ..........US $15.00 CAN $17.95
WINTER:
An Ecological Handbook
James Halfpenny, Roy Ozanne. A guide for anyone
who is curious - or needs to know - about winter. Addresses questions
like “what is winter”? Covers how plants, insects, birds, and mammals
adapt. Discusses winter perceptions, adaptations, hazards, travelling,
camping, & equipment. Useful for naturalists, winter sports enthusiasts,
residents of cold climates & others who deal with winter on a daily
basis. 6 x 9, 288p, 155 two-color illustrations, 1989.
W0363 paperback ..........US $18.00 CAN $21.95
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