Practical Illustrated Guide to Growing Cacti & Succulents

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Spiky, smooth, round, long or thin, cacti and succulents come in all shapes and sizes. This book will help you to know, enjoy and care for these striking decorative plants. The introduction explains the botany and classification of cacti and succulents, and an inspirational design section includes ideas for display in the home, from growing them in grand outdoor jardinières to pretty painted pots on a kitchen windowsill. The photographic plant directory includes information on growth, spread, size, flowering and habitat, and a section on care and cultivation provides step-by-step guidance on all aspects of buying, planting and maintaining cacti and succulents.