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Orchid Growing [Paperback]

Peter McKenzie Black (Author)
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December 31, 1998
Features varieties from all over the globe, chosen for hardiness and diversity, along with close-up photos and descriptions. “A step-by-step guide that places 94 species of Orchidicae within the reach of home gardeners. Black considers cultivation and proper containers; heat, lighting and humidity requirements; pest and disease control; and includes an illustrated directory.” —Publishers Weekly.

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  • Paperback: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Sterling; 2nd edition (December 31, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0706377435
  • ISBN-13: 978-0706377439
  • Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.5 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,842,983 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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23 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A must have for Orchid lovers, April 11, 2000
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"Orchid Growing" is an excellent manual for selection and cultivation of orchids for the beginner and advanced grower alike. An easy reading book that covers plant anatomy, care and feeding, propagation, and preferred habitats and climates. Excellent graphics and details on many varieties rounds out the functionality of this volume. A must have for the library of the window ledge grower.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars More a species guide than a growing guide, January 1, 2001
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I was disappointed that so little of this book is actually about growing orchids. A large portion of the book is dedicated to a species guide. While the guide has stunning photos and detailed descriptions, only some of the flowers have cultivation information. The photos concentrate primarily on the flowers (they are gorgeous!) and do not give a clear view of foliage.

The book does have a 22 page Culture and Care section, but it suffers from a lack of visuals. The dense and detailed text has only a few diagrams and no photos. A more experienced grower might find it useful, but this book is not a great investment for a beginner.

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