Hardcover 2007
Author by Carolyn Fry
A Passion for Plants book – No nation is more passionate about its gardens than the British and no organization embodies that passion more than the Royal Horticultural Society. Famous for its beautiful gardens at Wisley, Rosemoor, Hyde Hall and Harlow Carr, and spectacular flower shows such as Chelsea, Hampton Court and Tatton Park, the RHS is a quintessential British institution. Yet the Society’s work involves much more. In this book, which accompanies a major BBC television series, Caroline Fry goes behind the scenes of the RHS and looks at the huge variety of work carried out by its many dedicated staff and members.
A Passion for Plants The Royal Horticultural Society is at the forefront of the changes affecting our gardens today; From experimenting with more eco-friendly practices in our own gardens, to monitoring the impact of climate change on the pests and diseases that attack our plants. Like all keen gardeners, the RHS is constantly trying to improve the design and planting of its existing gardens, and nowhere is this more evident than at Wisley, whose spectacular new glasshouse will inspire and delight generations of visitors for years to come.
A Passion for Plants is an inspiring book that celebrates the beauty, diversity, and wonder of the plant world. Perfect for gardeners, botanists and nature lovers, it offers captivating insights into the history, cultivation and conservation of plants. Through detailed explanations, vivid photography and expert knowledge, the book explains how plants shape our environment and enrich our lives. Readers will discover rare species, gardening techniques, ecological importance, and personal stories of plant enthusiasts.
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