New Zealanders Glyn Church and Pat Greenfield have collaborated to produce a lavishly illustrated, informative guide to woody plants. Focusing on over 100 genera, Glyn's vast knowledge, gleaned from his training in England and his own experience at his specialist nursery in New Zealand, shines through in his clearly-written text. Adding personal opinions and little known facts make the book an enjoyable read and the glorious photographs of Pat Greenfield highlight the special interests of these most useful backbones of every garden. There is a surprising range of flowers in this group of plants from the delicate blue of Abutilon vitifolium, the clear white of Philadelphus, the vibrant red of Azalea "Goyet". And form too is diverse - the trumpet flowers of Desfontainia, the huge panicles of Aesculus hippocastanum and the tassels of Garrya elliptica. If you're looking to add colour to your garden, you will find plenty of inspiration and advice within these colourful pages. Although several recommendations are not regarded as hardy here, following Glyn's cultivation advice should ensure the best possible chance of survival in the UK - and the resultant beauty of the flowers should more than make up for the effort. Part of the "Woody Plant" series, this is another volume that all serious gardeners should not be without. - Lucy Watson
New Zealanders Glyn Church and Pat Greenfield have collaborated to produce a lavishly illustrated, informative guide to woody plants. Focusing on over 100 genera, Glyn's vast knowledge, gleaned from his training in England and his own experience at his specialist nursery in New Zealand, shines through in his clearly-written text. Adding personal opinions and little known facts make the book an enjoyable read and the glorious photographs of Pat Greenfield highlight the special interests of these most useful backbones of every garden. There is a surprising range of flowers in this group of plants from the delicate blue of Abutilon vitifolium, the clear white of Philadelphus, the vibrant red of Azalea "Goyet". And form too is diverse - the trumpet flowers of Desfontainia, the huge panicles of Aesculus hippocastanum and the tassels of Garrya elliptica. If you're looking to add colour to your garden, you will find plenty of inspiration and advice within these colourful pages. Although several recommendations are not regarded as hardy here, following Glyn's cultivation advice should ensure the best possible chance of survival in the UK - and the resultant beauty of the flowers should more than make up for the effort. Part of the "Woody Plant" series, this is another volume that all serious gardeners should not be without. - Lucy Watson
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