Title: Alpine Plants of North America
Description: "Alpine Plants of North America is a comprehensive pictorial look at the American mountain flora from the southernmost Rocky Mountains to the Brooks Range of Alaska. Approximately 650 species in 54 genera are discussed, with many subspecies, varieties, and hybrids also described. Intended to be as useful for the gardener as the traveler, each entry concludes with a discussion of propagation and cultivation information, as well as warnings about pertinent pests and diseases.

The 495 attractive color photographs give the reader an idea of the range of alpine plants growing in North America." "Alpine Plants of North America provides a wealth of information for the alpine enthusiast at home and in the field. The book concludes with general cultivation advice, listings of relevant societies and plant sources, as well as helpful listings by state of all plants discussed."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects: Mountain plants, Wild flowers, Encyclopedias, Wild flowers, canada