Publisher's Synopsis
Fully illustrated, this book offers readers an invitation to the world of exotic gardening. Aimed at gardeners who are keen to try their hand with plants at the "warmer" end of the spectrum, it offers a tempting selection of palms, architectural plants, bamboos, flowering trees, climbers, shrubs, foliage plants, perennials, orchids, bromeliads, ferns and water plants, with cultural information and other practical advice. A list of suppliers and recommended further reading material is also included.;Jacqueline Walker is the author of "The Garden-Lover's Guide to New Zealand" and "The Mitre 10 Guide to Water Gardening" (with Jacqueline Sparrow).