Cacti & Succulents [antikvár]

Preface Cacti and other succulents are among the strangest plants on our planet. They have an incomparable wealth of shapes, magnificent blossoms, bizarre spines, and colorful leaves. They awaken in us the desire to collect and to create. This opulent and colorful guidebook, which is written from the author's personal experience, leads the beginner into the fascinating world of succulents and provides the experienced plant lover with new stimuli. About 140 genera are presented, with extensive information on their care. More than 300 species of succulents, as well as numerous varieties, are included. Basic information about botany and tips on buying, repotting, arranging, grafting, and planting of cacti and other succulents in the garden or in the house round out this guidebook about exotic plants. Children of the sun: barrel and column cacti and agaves among the annuals.