Orchids

Viard, Michel

ISBN 10: 2080305573 / ISBN 13: 9782080305572

Published by Flammarion, 2007

Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00084326236

Synopsis:

This sophisticated two-volume set, worthy of the flower it presents, is both a useful resource and an elegant gift. This gorgeous box set is ideal for both the seasoned orchid lover and the amateur enthusiast alike. With two attractively presented volumes it offers practical information, a complete history, and a wealth of fascinating orchid facts, and it is both a valuable resource and a beautiful object. The first volume of Orchids includes a history of the flower including its origins, invaluable practical information on care and cultivation, a chart listing the vast range of aromatic orchids, and a complete glossary and index. The second volume is a fully illustrated listing of eighty-seven varieties, complete with details on their origins, climatic and growing conditions, and varietal characteristics. An international black book of essential addresses completes this attractive set as a resource for the amateur orchid grower.

About the Author: Michel Viard has published numerous illustrated books on flowers and the natural world.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Orchids
Publisher: Flammarion
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good