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Alpine Plants of North America: An Encyclopedia of Mountain Flowers from the Rockies to Alaska

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It is an excellent overview of the most commonly used plants from Rocky Mountains, usuable for gardening. The huge variety of herbs in the Rocky Mountains includes a great number of endemic plants, and makes this book very valuable. About 650 species from 54 different genera are described and discussed, going out from their natural environment.

This book got me started growing alpines. All the major plants are covered, including Astragalus, Penstemon, Phlox, Eriogonum etc. Great photography throughout.

This book is especially useful for those who want to grow plants from seed as it gives tips on each species. Graham has gained his knowledge and experience from actually growing these plants.

Although the focus of the book is on Alpines, any gardener in an arid/high altitude region will find this book interesting.

This is a super book for anyone trying to ID alpine flowers and plants. Not something to take into the field, but it makes short work of IDing you plant photos when you get home. Lots of interesting info too--the author gives growing tips in case you care to try growing some of these gems around your home. A great book whether you are an "arm chair traveler" or an ardent plantaholic.