Provides an elegantly and precisely written introduction to the many ornamental plants grown in subtropical regions of the world. Covered in the volume are trees, shrubs, palms and cycads, climbers, orchids, bulbs and perennials, succulents, bromeliads, and fruit. Includes some 200 fine color photographs. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Gil Hanly is a highly experienced garden photographer. She has contributed to countless publications in her homeland of New Zealand and worldwide, including The Subtropical Garden.
Jacqueline Sparrow is one of New Zealand’s best-known garden writers. She is the author of several books and contributes regularly to gardening magazines.