Encyclopedia of Exotic Plants for Temperate Climates

With more than 1500 species and cultivars described, the encyclopedia covers many plant groups, including aroids, bananas, gingers, bromiliads, cacti, yuccas, ferns, palms and others. Detailed cultivation advice enables gardeners of all levels to make informed choices from the expansive plant palette, and information on geographic origins, microclimates, and recommended nurseries in the UK and North America.