This newly designed field guide features detailed descriptions of 387 species, arranged in six major groups by visual similarity. The 47 color plates and 5 text drawings show distinctive details needed for identification. Color photographs and 295 color range maps accompany the species descriptions.

Take some of the mystery out of a walk in the woods with this new ï¬eld guide from the author of Reading the Forested Landscape.

Great Lakes Trees and Wildflowers is an easily accessible field reference manual to familiar trees and wildflowers found in this region. This durable folding guide, printed on laminate material, is an essential resource for any level of nature explorer. The detailed color illustrations help to distinguish each species.

Information on finding and preparing more than 500 different plants for better eating and nutrition

Identifies the region's plant and animal life, offers an overview of natural history, and describes the area's beaches, parks, preserves, and forests

Covers 725 species, with full-color photographs, descriptions, identification keys, notes on folklore, and advice on edibility

Facilitates the identification of eastern North America's wildflowers

Prairie plants are among the toughest of all ornamentals. While they fascinate gardeners with their beauty and versatility, they require little maintenance. They are highly resistant to insect and disease damage, and they need not be replanted every year. In recent years, the idea of growing prairie plants has gained increasing appeal among gardeners. Bob and Beatrice Smith have prepared this practical growing guide—based on their more than fourteen years of experience and experimentation—for all people who wish to grow prairie plants. The Smiths, who have grown all the plants they discuss here, share their wealth of experience with the reader. They recommend the best sites, tell how to plan and prepare the site and how to treat and plant seeds, and share important tips on propagation, transplanting, and managing the prairie garden or landscape. To aid in both planning and identification, the book includes full-color illustrations of all seventy plants.

Identifying trees can be fun and enlightening with the Trees of Illinois Field Guide. It contains everything youíll want to know, with photos and details about 124 species of trees, including info about leaves, bark, size, range maps and more.