Introducing Orchids - Softcover

Wilma Rittershausen; Brian Rittershausen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844001040 ISBN 13: 9781844001040

Publisher: Quadrille Publishing, 2004

Synopsis

Orchids are such an exotic plant that most people assume they must be very difficult to grow. In fact, they are very undemanding in their needs and can survive for many years. Combining beautiful photography with essential practical information, Introducing Orchids opens up the world of these fascinating plants to the vast number of people who are captivated by their intriguing beauty, but may be nervous of trying to grow them. The book divides the selection of orchids into 'easy', 'fairly easy' and 'needs care', in order to cater for both beginners and those who wish to be a little bit more adventurous. This categorisation also helps to cut through the mystique surrounding orchids by explaining how their natural habitat informs the growing conditions they require in the home.

About this title

From the Publisher:

With 30,000 naturally occurring species and over 100,000 cultivated hybrids, orchids comprise an extraordinary family of plants. Their exotic appearance, combined with the amazing variety of their form and color, however, has led to the belief that orchids are difficult to grow. In fact, orchids are completely straightforward in their needs and, given the right conditions, are extremely robust. This gorgeous guide is unique in that it both captures the allure of the orchid and reveals the secrets—and the ease—of its successful cultivation. Introducing Orchids first familiarizes readers with the simple growing principles, then presents more than 70 types specially chosen as ideal for beginners. Each featured orchid, skillfully photographed to capture all its wondrous qualities, is accompanied by a full description and practical guidance on its growing requirements. Written by two leading experts, Introducing Orchids will firmly establish the world’s most beautiful flower as among the easiest and most rewarding to grow.

A Country Homes & Gardens Book Club Selection and A Garden Book Club Selection.

About the Author:

Wilma and Brian Rittershausen are the most respected orchid experts in the country. Now, at the top of their profession, they run the orchid nursery in Devon which was started by their father P.R.C. Rittershausen. Brian is a member of the Royal Horticultural Society Orchid Committee and is well-known for his lecture tours, whilst Wilma is renowned for her writing in various orchid journals and was the editor of The Orchid Review in Britain for 15 years. Together, and separately, they have written and contributed to many successful books on orchids.

About this edition

• Publisher: Quadrille Publishing
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1844001040
• ISBN 13: 9781844001040
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128