Wildflowers of Newfoundland and Labrador
Field Guide
- Publisher
- Boulder Books
- Initial publish date
- May 2008
- Category
- Flowers, Wildflowers, Plants & Animals
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Hardback
- ISBN
- 9780973850147
- Publish Date
- Jun 2006
- List Price
- $64.95
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Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9780978338169
- Publish Date
- May 2008
- List Price
- $29.95
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Description
Each year the forests, hills, bogs, and grasslands of Newfoundland and Labrador burst into a paradise of spectacular wildflowers. This comprehensive guide to 140 common wildflowers native to Newfoundland and Labrador includes spectacular illustrations by painter Dorothy Black. Biologist Peter Scott provides a wealth of information about each flower as well as dietary and medicinal applications.
About the authors
Peter Scott is a retired Memorial University of Newfoundland professor, and former curator of the Agnes Marion Ayre Herbarium in St. John's. His research interests include flora of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, plant ecology, and biotechnology. He is author of several books, including Wildflowers of Newfoundland and Labrador. He is also a gardening commentator for radio and television programs.
