Publisher's Synopsis
Over 600 conifer species and 2100 varieties and cultivars - all those known to be in cultivation - are described in this reference work, a companion to the same author's 3-volume "Manual of Cultivated Broad-Leaved Trees and Shrubs".;Standard trees and dwarf forms and cultivars are covered - in addition to accurate, concise, complete plant descriptions, there are full details of the plants' uses, cultural requirements and place in the garden design or landscape. Keys to all substantial genera are included. All the more notable plants are illustrated. There is a note on the general question of hardiness and "hardiness zone" ratings as applied to the British Isles.;The work is aimed at gardeners, landscape architects, plant collectors and libraries.
