The Essential Guide to Growing Orchids in the Tropics

by Chia Tet Fatt

The Essential Guide to Growing Orchids in the Tropics is the first book on orchid cultivation to be written specifically for growers in tropical countries and to include advice on growing them in tropical lowlands and highlands, wet and dry climates, and in urban environments such as on balconies and indoors. The book will appeal to all types of orchid lovers, as it is structured with two main step-by-step basics for those growing orchids for the first time; and more comprehensive advice for orchid hobbyists and those who wish to learn more about orchid propagation and hybridisation. Also included is a comprehensive listing of the growing require-ments of the most popular varieties of orchids found in the tropics. This is invaluable for choosing the right plants for particular locales. The author is among the region s leading orchid scientists; this practical guide to orchid growing is based on scientific research and is written in a down-to-earth style that makes it easy to understand.

208 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2011

Reviews

[Victoria S. Torley · Rating 1 out of 5]

Bad formatting

Impossible to read due to the formatting. I want my money back. Stuff like this gives kindle a bad name. Even some pictures are ruined. Whoever edited this is an idiot. Fix it so it can be used. Too bad because it looked useful for the tropical grower.

[Christopher Toon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the most beautiful orchid eBooks around.