Starting out with Orchids

Designed to lure the beginner Starting Out With Orchids introduces the new grower to practical growing information.    Some 256 species, including 27 easy-to-grow species, are fully described in simple straightforward language. The growing requirements of each orchid is given and accompanied by a colour photograph. This book introduces the new grower to practical growing information and a range of native and exotic tree-dwelling and ground-hugging species grouped according to their climatic needs.    Within each group the orchids are arranged alphabetically to provide an easy reference for the enthusiast. A glossary is also included to explain unfamiliar terms.

Each species is illustrated with a color photo making it easy to identify each variety of this complex and beautiful flower.