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Ultimate Orchid Hardcover – January 1, 2002

by Thomas J Sheenan (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 27 ratings
No other group of flowers captures the imagination like orchids. Found worldwide in nature, and grown by hundreds of thousands of enthusiasts, orchids have lured explorers into remote lands, inspired philosophers and artists and provided raw material for big business, plant breeders and gardeners of every kind. Created in association with the Smithsonian Institution, the American Orchid Society and international orchid experts, this guide presents a cross-section of the orchid world. The authoriatative text contains facts and details on all the major orchid groups. Beginners and enthusiasts alike should find the information useful and inspiring. In addition to profiles of more than 350 orchid varieties, the book also includes sections on orchids in history; what makes a flower an orchid; how orchids are classified; conserving orchids in the wild; cultivating orchids at home; orchid shows and awards; and orchid collectables.
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  1. Print length
    160 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Dorling Kindersley H/B
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 2002
  5. Dimensions
    9.45 x 0.67 x 11.3 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0751346365
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0751346367
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dorling Kindersley H/B (January 1, 2002)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0751346365
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0751346367
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.19 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.45 x 0.67 x 11.3 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 27 ratings

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Customers appreciate the book's photography and writing style. They find the photos elegant and colorful, and the growing instructions clear.

"...This book reflects his LOVE of orchids and the desire to amaze others with thier beauty! AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHY!..." Read more

"If you want a colorful, informative orchid growing book, this is a great one. The colorful photos are great, and growing instructions are complete...." Read more

"A beautiful book by the late or hid expert, Thomas Sheehan. Beautiful illustrations and a good value." Read more

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  • Penny
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Gorgeous Book
    Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2021
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    Packed with beautiful pictures and information on each family of orchids. More limited section on the care information (water, temperature, potting, housing...) which I already had in abundance and that was a good thing (for me) since I mostly wanted to page through beautiful orchid pictures.
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  • L. Collina
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2008
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    I heard the author speak at our orchid society years ago! He was extremely down to earth for being a knowledgeable university professor! This book reflects his LOVE of orchids and the desire to amaze others with thier beauty! AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHY! His wife was one of the best botanical artists to date!
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  • Anne L. Watson
    3.0 out of 5 stars Depends what you want
    Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2020
    If you want historical and biological information, plus nice photos, it's a good book.

    If you want to know how to care for orchids, get something else.
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  • Mightygran
    4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Orchid Book
    Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2014
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    If you want a colorful, informative orchid growing book, this is a great one. The colorful photos are great, and growing instructions are complete. Great book.
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  • Robert L. R. Wesly
    5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful book about the wonder that is the orchid.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2016
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    A beautiful book by the late or hid expert, Thomas Sheehan. Beautiful illustrations and a good value.
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  • Dale Jenkins
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2016
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    A beautiful book with great photos and is a good read too.
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  • CA Garrett
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2015
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    Beautiful, elegant photography & very accessible writing for the novice.
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  • Sherry G. Seabrook
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2017
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    Excellent
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  • A. WINFIELD
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good Pictures
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 12, 2013
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    Good orchid book for the price. I bought this book fore my wife who is into orchids. She says the photos are really good but would have liked more information about growing the different species types.
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