About the book
This accessibly written and authoritative guide updates the beloved and much-used 1970s classic Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas. In this completely reimagined book, Paul E. Hosier provides a rich, new reference guide to plant life in the coastal zone of the Carolinas for nature lovers, gardeners, landscapers, students, and community leaders.
Features include:
· Detailed profiles of more than 200 plants, with color photographs and information about identification, value to wildlife, relationship to natural communities, propagation, and landscape use.
· Background on coastal plant communities, including the effects of invasive species and the benefits of using native plants in landscaping.
· A section on the effects of climate change on the coast and its plants.
· A list of natural areas and preserves open to visitors interested in observing native plants in the coastal Carolinas.
· A glossary that includes plant names and scientific terms.
With a special emphasis on the benefits of conserving and landscaping with native plants, this guide belongs on the shelf of every resident and visitor to the coasts of the Carolinas.
Editions of Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781469641430
- EBook
- ISBN 9781469641447
- PDF
- ISBN 9798890842466
Read an Excerpt
This accessibly written and authoritative guide updates the beloved and much-used 1970s classic Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas. In this completely reimagined book, Paul E. Hosier provides a rich, new reference guide to plant life in the coastal zone of the Carolinas for nature lovers, gardeners, landscapers, students, and community leaders.
Features include:
· Detailed profiles of more than 200 plants, with color photographs and information about identification, value to wildlife, relationship to natural communities, propagation, and landscape use.
· Background on coastal plant communities, including the effects of invasive species and the benefits of using native plants in landscaping.
· A section on the effects of climate change on the coast and its plants.
· A list of natural areas and preserves open to visitors interested in observing native plants in the coastal Carolinas.
· A glossary that includes plant names and scientific terms.
With a special emphasis on the benefits of conserving and landscaping with native plants, this guide belongs on the shelf of every resident and visitor to the coasts of the Carolinas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas about?
This accessibly written and authoritative guide updates the beloved and much-used 1970s classic Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas. In this completely reimagined book, Paul E. Hosier provides a rich, new reference guide to plant life in the coastal zone of the Carolinas for nature lovers, gardeners, landscapers, students, and community leaders.
Features include:
· Detailed profiles of more than 200 plants, with color photographs and information about identification, value to wildlife, relationship to natural communities, propagation, and landscape use.
· Background on coastal plant communities, including the effects of invasive species and the benefits of using native plants in landscaping.
· A section on the effects of climate change on the coast and its plants.
· A list of natural areas and preserves open to visitors interested in observing native plants in the coastal Carolinas.
· A glossary that includes plant names and scientific terms.
With a special emphasis on the benefits of conserving and landscaping with native plants, this guide belongs on the shelf of every resident and visitor to the coasts of the Carolinas.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas?
Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Nature and the natural world: general interest > Trees, wildflowers and plants: general interest
Where can I read a sample of Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781469641430
How long is Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas and how many pages does it have?
Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas has 504 page(s)
Is Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Southern Gateways Guides
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas?
Paul E. Hosier
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas is available as paperback(ISBN 9781469641430) and ebook(ISBN 9781469641447) and pdf(ISBN 9798890842466)
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