Description

‘Roger contributed so much to the study and enjoyment of the plant world, both in gardens and the wild, and this new edition [of Trees] is sure to attract and encourage a new generation of tree enthusiasts’ Roy Lancaster

The eagerly-anticipated expanded and revised edition of Roger Phillips’s original bestseller Trees is a superb identification guide for both amateur enthusiast and professional botanist alike.

From the common oak to the elusive black poplar, in settings as varied as woodlands, floodplains and your very own back garden, this classic book has guided generations of nature lovers. In this updated edition, each tree is illustrated in full detail – by leaf, flower, fruit, bark and mature tree shape – along with a unique leaf index and full description for easy identification.

This edition includes:

The details of over 650 tree species and cultivars, with 150 added to the 500 that appeared in the original edition
1,200 full-colour pictures, showcasing detailed visuals of leaves, flowers, fruits and tree structures
A Leaf Key Index featuring photographs of over 550 leaves, cross-referenced to the main text
Line drawings of each tree for clear and easy identification
Two indexes of the latest botanical and common names to facilitate easy reference
Current ecological information on endangered species, offering insights into their conservation status and the efforts needed to protect them
Beautiful photographs of trees in their natural environment, providing context and introducing the main genera.

Trees is an all-encompassing and essential photographic guide to the trees of Britain, Europe, North America and much of the Northern hemisphere.