Description: Cambridge University Botanic Garden: Director's Choice Product Description An exciting addition to Scala's acclaimed 'Director's Choice' series Beautiful photography and engaging text throughout reveals the splendor of the Botanic Garden's collection, including majestic trees and beautiful flowers, and some rare and vulnerable species Cambridge University Botanic Garden is a unique 40-acre site housing a living collection of plants for research and teaching use by the University of Cambridge. Laid out in 1846 to demonstrate relationships between major plant groups, the Garden today is home to 8,000 species from all around the world, including 2,000 trees which provide year-round interest. In this guide the Director, Professor Beverley Glover, introduces the reader to some of the highlights in the Botanic Garden's collection. These include majestic trees and beautiful flowers, but also some rare and vulnerable species that might otherwise escape notice. She sets the scene for the Garden's foundation and history through its original map, and showcases some of its modern landscapes and horticultural set pieces. Throughout the guide she emphasizes the enormous role that the Botanic Garden plays in modern scientific research, and explains some of the key breakthroughs of recent years. About the Author Beverley Glover has been the Director of Cambridge University Botanic Garden (CUBG) and Professor of Plant Systematics and Evolution since 2013. She is CUBG's first woman Director. Fast and Free Shipping You're already purchasing the item. Why pay additional for shipping, especially slow shipping? We get your order shipped out within 1-business day and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Competitive Pricing With our dynamic pricing model, our prices are always competitive. Our prices are some of the lowest that you will find on the internet. Rest assured that you're getting a good deal when purchasing with us. 30-day Money Back Guarantee We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. If you're unhappy with the product for any reason, you may return it back for your money-back or a replacement within 30 days. No questions asked!
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Brand: Scala Arts Publishers Inc.
Style: ABIS_BOOK
Book Title: Cambridge University Botanic Garden : Director's Choice
Number of Pages: 80 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Scala, Editions
Item Height: 0.3 in
Topic: Plants / General, Garden Design, Pictorial
Publication Year: 2020
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Nature, Gardening
Item Weight: 8 Oz
Item Length: 7.5 in
Author: Beverley Glover
Item Width: 6.8 in
Format: Trade Paperback
