Complete Houseplants provides homeowners with all the information they need to incorporate plants in the interior design of their homes. The book covers the basics of choosing the right plants for the home, selecting containers, and plant arranging. Sections on proper care and lighting will help homeowners enjoy heathy, beautiful houseplants for years. But the heart of the book are the 250 plant profiles, with 50 of those profiles new to this edition. Each profile gives tips for successful care, including light, watering, and fertilizing requirements. "Highlighted by more than 550 color photographs and illustrations, a comprehensive resource covers everything one needs to know to incorporate plants into one's home design..." Paper Clips May 2008 Include houseplants in your decorating to provide style, color, and texture to all the rooms of your home. Don’t know where to start? Complete Houseplants can make you an expert by supplying • Complete growing and care information for all of the most popular species of houseplants • Expert tips on displaying, fertilizing, watering, grooming, and propagating houseplants • Over 480 color photos and illustrations Jack Kramer is the author of over 100 books on gardening, including the World Wildlife Fund Book of Orchids , as well as dozens of magazine articles. He has researched the growth habits of thousands of houseplants, including those in this book. He is a resident of Naples, Florida. Jack Kramer is the author of more than 100 gardening books, including The World Wildlife Fund Book of Orchids and Women of Flowers, which won the Garden Writers Association of America's "Best Book" Award of Excellence. His many magazine credits include Horticulture, House Beautiful, Family Circle, and Architectural Digest. Widely known for cultivating and writing about houseplants, he was uniquely qualified to grow and supervise the photography of the plants profiled in this book. Jack Kramer is the author of more than 100 gardening books, including The World Wildlife Fund Book of Orchids and Women of Flowers, which won the Garden Writers Association of America's "Best Book" Award of Excellence. His many magazine credits include Horticulture, House Beautiful, Family Circle, and Architectural Digest. Widely known for cultivating and writing about houseplants, he was uniquely qualified to grow and supervise the photography of the plants profiled in this book. Used Book in Good Condition