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  Easy Orchids : Simple Secrets for Glorious Gardens, Indoors and Out (Garden Style Book) ~ Ships in 2-3 days

Mimi Luebbermann, Faith Echtermeyer (Photographer) / Paperback / Published 1996
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This gloriously illustrated book shows how to transform a garden, windowsill, or patio into a floral paradise with a spray of lively Phalanopsis orchids, brightly colored Dendorbiums, or vigorous Cymbidiums. Vivid, full-color photographs accompany the simple instructions. 90 photos.

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Orchids ~ Ships in 2-3 days

Alec Pridgeon (Editor) / Hardcover / Published 1992
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1,100 stunning orchids, illustrated and described
This large and beautiful volume is aimed at a broad audience, from the flower lover with a casual interest in orchids to the committed enthusiast and professional. It encompasses a wide spectrum of orchid genera and over 1,100 species and hybrids commonly in cultivation. The introductory section guides the reader to a general understanding of orchid habitats, distribution, classification, hybrids, pollination, cultivation, and conservation. The heart of the book, an alphabetical "Orchids A-Z" section, includes descriptions, taxonomy, names and synonyms, geographic distribution, notes on culture, and hundreds of fabulous color photographs.

An Illustrated Survey of Orchid Genera

Tom Sheehan, Marion Sheehan / Hardcover / Published 1995
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This spectacular book unites art and science toward a greater understanding of the complex orchid family. Painted from fresh plants--a unique feature of this book--the superb full-page illustrations by Marion Sheehan clearly display the characteristics that distinguish each genus. Each genus is completely described, with information on flowering season, habitat, and popular species as well as a distribution map. In all, 158 genera are illustrated, and in cases where the genus is very large, additional illustrations show further significant characteristics.

Micropropagation of Orchids ~ Ships in 2-3 days

Joseph Arditti, Robert Ernst / Hardcover / Published 1993
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Updates the tissue-culture propagation appendix in Arditti's Orchid  Biology; Reviews and Perspectives, Vol. 1 (Cornell U. Press, 1977) by including all the information it contains as well as procedures that have developed since it was written. The authors include most, perhaps all, available methods for clonal propagation of orchids through tissue culture, and provide complete recipes in every case. Introductory chapters present history and a general outline of techniques and procedures. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

 

Orchids; Kew Gardening Guide (Kew Gardening Guides)

Joyce Stewart / Hardcover / Published 1988
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Hardcover, 128 pages Published by Timber Pr Publication date: October 1, 1988 Dimensions (in inches): 9.86 x 7.47 x .56 ISBN: 0881921327

Taylor's Guide to Orchids (Taylor's Guides to Gardening) ~ Ships in 2-3 days

Judy White (Editor) / Paperback / Published 1996

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One of every seven flowering plants on the Earth is an orchid. In the United States, the largest society devoted to a single plant is the American Orchid Society, with 29,000 members. Research biologist and full-time garden writer Judy White now brings her expertise--and her stunning photographs--to this much needed book for the expanding world of home orchid growers. 302 color photos. 12 illustrations.

Vandas and Ascocendas and Their Combinations With Other Genera ~ Ships in 2-3 days

David L. Grove, et al / Hardcover / Published 1995
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Book News, Inc., 04/01/96:
Grove (an award-winning orchid grower and judge for the American Orchid Society) traces the evolution of the Vanda and Ascocenda hybrids and their combination with other genera, discussing the role of chromosomes and genes in the transmission of traits, and the flower quality standards used by orchid judges. Separate and detailed coverage is given to the genus Ascocentrum as the most popular partner in intergeneric combinations with vandas. He includes a reference manual for plant selection, environmental requirements, and successful cultivation. A guide to orchid classification and nomenclature is provided in the appendix. The color photographs and sketches survey the astounding beauty and variety of the Vanda hybrids. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Table of Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
I. The Vanda Species
2. The Crucial Role of Chromosomes and Genes
3. The Species Ancestry of Vanda Hybrids
4. Criteria of Vanda Flower Quality
5. Ascocentrums and Ascocendas
6. Other Intergeneric Combinations with Vanda
7. A Guide to Buying Seedlings
8. Providing the Right Environment
9. Nutrition and Other Aspects of Plant Care
App. A A Guide to Orchid Classification and Nomenclature
App. B Christenson's List of the Genus Vanda
App. C Score Sheet of the American Orchid Society for Judging
Flower Quality of Vandas
App. D Registered Intergeneric Combinations with Strap-Leaf
Vandas
Bibliography
Botanical Names
Biographical Names
Subject

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