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Within each tree family there is a list of key species and a guide to the most important features to look for when identifying a particular tree from that family. 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Each species is covered in detail with information on how to identify, whether from a leaf, twig, bark or whole tree, plus extra information on where the tree grows (including a map), how high they grow, what uses the tree is used for and its unique history. Every species is also comprehensively illustrated with photographs of every useful feature – bark, leaf, seed, flower, twig and whole tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample identification section:\u003cbr\u003eSilver Birch Betula pendula (Betulaceae) height to 26m\u003cbr\u003eA slender, fast-growing deciduous tree with a narrow, tapering crown when young and growing vigorously. 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This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the most commonly seen trees, whether they are out on the town or strolling through the countryside. Authoritative text, beautiful photographs and detailed illustrations show not only the overall shape of the tree but also details of leaf shape, flowers, fruits and bark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures both deciduous and evergreen species, with information on the origin of each species, its height, preferred habitat and growing conditions. Illustrations of cones, catkins, nuts and fruits allow you to distinguish between similar species at a glance. This new edition builds on the strengths of the unrivalled original, now expanded to include over 220 trees and shrubs that are native to or flourish in Britain and northern Europe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback 240 pages\u003cbr\u003ePublished: 2 Aug 2004\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 136g\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 83 x 118 x 14 \u003cspan class=\"unitOfMeasure\"\u003e(mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45871581495531,"sku":"17_D4-GemTrees","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0542\/6721\/6063\/files\/9780007183067.jpg?v=1728383534"},{"product_id":"native-british-trees","title":"Native British Trees","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ancient trees of the British Isles form a distinct and fascinating group. In this little book their form and character are carefully described by Welsh border woodsman Andy Thompson. With rare early engravings of seeds and branches, leaf shapes, typical tree outlines and common timber uses, printed on the highest quality recycled papers, this is an unusual, useful and beautiful book.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. \"Fascinating\" FINANCIAL TIMES. \"Beautiful\" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Rich and Artful\" THE LANCET. \"Genuinely mind-expanding\" FORTEAN TIMES. \"Excellent\" NEW SCIENTIST.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Stunning\" NEW YORK TIMES. 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In Overleaf, the botanical painter Susan Ogilvy and the forester Richard Ogilvy reacquaint us with the trees of the British Isles through careful study of their leaves. 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