RHS Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers

The RHS Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers is a complete digital reference for gardeners. It has been updated for its sixth edition with recent plant introductions. This PDF is available for instant download after purchase.

Editor-in-Chief Christopher Brickell leads a large team of expert contributors. The book combines a visual Plant Catalogue with an A-Z Plant Dictionary. It is designed to help both beginners and experienced gardeners choose and grow plants with confidence.

RHS Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers: Book Overview

This comprehensive reference contains a photographic catalogue of 4,000 plants. Plants are arranged by group, size, season of interest, and colour. An additional 4,000 recommended plants are covered in the Plant Dictionary.

The book also includes practical advice on creating a garden, a Plant Selector, and an explanation of plant names and origins. Hardiness ratings and cultivation guidance are provided throughout.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• A catalogue of 4,000 plants organized by garden use, size, season, and colour.
• An A-Z Plant Dictionary with detailed entries for every genus.
• Cultivation advice, hardiness ratings, and plant synonyms.
• Guidance on garden creation, design, planting, and pruning.
• A Plant Selector for matching plants to sites, soils, and purposes.
• Feature panels on popular plant groups such as roses, clematis, bulbs, and tender exotics.

Why This Book Matters

This reference work makes horticultural information accessible to all gardeners. It is structured so that readers can find plants without prior botanical knowledge. The sixth edition reflects current knowledge and recent introductions in the plant world.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so no physical item will be shipped. You will receive access after purchase. The PDF can be read on desktop computers, tablets, mobile devices, and compatible reading apps, including Kindle apps.

FAQ

When will I receive my order? Access is provided immediately after purchase, and the PDF is ready to download.

Will a physical copy be shipped? No, this is a digital product only, with no shipping involved.

What devices are supported? The PDF works with desktop, tablet, and mobile devices, as well as popular reading applications.

Add this trusted gardening reference to your digital library and explore thousands of plants at your own pace.

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