The Heart of Penstemon Country: A Natural History of Penstemons in the Utah Region

The Heart of Penstemon Country: A Natural History of Penstemons in the Utah Region
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Publisher : Sweetgrass Books
Total Pages : 394
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ISBN-10 : 1591522617
ISBN-13 : 9781591522614
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Book Synopsis The Heart of Penstemon Country: A Natural History of Penstemons in the Utah Region by : Mikel R. Stevens

Download or read book The Heart of Penstemon Country: A Natural History of Penstemons in the Utah Region written by Mikel R. Stevens and published by Sweetgrass Books. This book was released on 2020-06-09 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What do you get when three horticulturalists combine expertise and direct it towards a single plant genus? In this case, a fascinating volume detailing the natural history of the stunning wildflowers we know as penstemons. More specifically, the 76 species of penstemons found in the mountains, deserts, and canyon lands of Utah--the probable center of origin for this complex array of intriguing plants. Penstemon truly is Utah's wildflower. Within these pages you will find the most detailed and comprehensive information ever compiled for this group of Utah's floristic treasures. This book provides information on the discovery of each species, historical ethnobotanical uses, information on range and habitat, detailed description of foliage and flowers, and methods you can use to grow each species in your own garden. Take this book along on your next outdoor adventure and use it to identify and learn about each and every penstemon you encounter.


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