Savage Garden

Author: Denise Hamilton
Publisher: Pocket Star
ISBN: 9780743492713
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A new play by a rising Mexican playwright is premiering, and Eve and her lover, Silvio Aguilar, are there -- the writer is Silvio's friend from their barrio days. When the lead actress is a no-show, Eve quickly uncovers that Silvio has complicated past ties to the missing diva. But there is no time for hurt, betrayal, or suspicion -- not when there are signs of a struggle at the actress's bungalow. To make matters worse, an eager young reporter, whom Eve is mentoring, keeps insinuating herself into the case at every turn, crossing ethical lines that could bring Eve down with her. . . or get them both killed.

Growing Carnivorous Plants

Author: Barry A. Rice
Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
ISBN:
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 230

Book Description
Over 200 species, hybrids, and cultivars from all genera of carnivorous plants are described in this comprehensive volume. Detailed cultivation advice is provided to enable readers to select and place the right plants, while information on how to feed carnivorous plants will enable even the most squeamish grower to ensure that plants receive the nutrients they require.

Carnivorous Plants

Author: Adrian Slack
Publisher: MIT Press
ISBN: 9780262690898
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 248

Book Description
Provides an introduction to carnivorous plants, and features descriptions and illustrations of representative species, each with detailed information on the structure and mechanism of its trap.

Killer Plants

Author: Molly Williams
Publisher: Running Press Adult
ISBN: 0762499257
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 156

Book Description
Explore the darker side of nature with this accessible guide to choosing, growing, and caring for carnivorous and predatory plants like Venus flytraps, pitcher plants, sundews, and other spooky guys. Carnivorous plants: they're weird, they're gorgeous, and they're the perfect addition to your urban jungle of pothos, snake plants, and succulents. However, they can also be intimidating to grow and care for. Let Killer Plants be your guide as it walks you through the different types of carnivorous plants and how to keep each variety alive and well. The book answers the many questions you may have surrounding these freaks of nature, such as: Where the heck do I buy a pitcher plant? Can I grow it from a seed? Do I need to feed my carnivorous plant flies, or can it survive on water and light alone? What carnivorous plants are safe to have around pets and kids? I have a gnat problem -- what predatory plant can help?

Carnivorous Plants

Author: Nigel Hewitt-Cooper
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 160469579X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 233

Book Description
Once known only to collectors, adolescent boys, and fans of the cult film The Little Shop of Horrors, carnivorous plants are poised to be the next big trend in home gardening. They provide striking architectural style and can be grown indoors and outdoors. Carnivorous Plants is an accessible, smartly designed guide to growing this unusual group of plants. It offers a general introduction to the world of carnivorous plants, and growing and cultivation information for commonly available and easily grown varieties. Nigel Hewitt-Cooper also provides advice on where to grow the plants; year-round care, cultivation, and maintenance; and a directory of the best carnivorous plants for home gardeners.

Florida's Carnivorous Plants

Author: Kenny Coogan
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1683342968
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 113

Book Description
Learn about Florida's endemic carnivorous plants in this exciting book written for the budding naturalist and hobbyist. Florida has dozens of native species of carnivorous plants––more than any other state in the United States—including sundews, butterworts, bladderworts, and pitcher plants. These plants use appealing scents, leaves, and sticky fluids to trap and imprison insects. Digestive fluids then absorb the prey giving the plant its nutrients. Many of these plants can be grown at home in the backyard, in rain gardens, or in some cases on the windowsill. Florida’s Carnivorous Plants provides an identification and growing guide for the major genera of carnivorous plants found in Florida. Each species description includes etymology, a history of the plant’s discovery highlighting diverse scientists, anatomy, habitat range, and popular cultivars for beginners. Tables include soil requirements, types of potting, water level, amount of light, dormancy and temperature requirements, and propagation tips. A glossary provides readers with the tools to learn botanical jargon to improve their identification skills.

Carnivorous Plants

Author: Dan Torre
Publisher: Reaktion Books
ISBN: 1789141133
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 229

Book Description
An exploration of the science and cultural significance of carnivorous plants, now in paperback. Carnivorous plants are a unique botanical group, possessing modified leaves to trap, kill, and consume small creatures. As a result, they are often depicted as killers in films and literature—from Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors to the world-dominating plants of The Day of the Triffids—yet many people regard carnivorous plants as exotic and beautiful specimens to collect and display. In this abundantly illustrated and highly entertaining book, Dan Torre describes the evolution, structure, and scientific background of carnivorous plants. Examining their cultural and social history, he also shows how they have inspired our imagination and been represented in art, literature, cinema, animation, and popular culture. From the Venus flytrap—a species endemic to the Carolinas—to pitcher plants, this fascinating history of these singular, arresting, beautiful, yet deadly plants is certain to be devoured.

Tom's Midnight Garden

Author: Philippa Pearce
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780192717771
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244

Book Description
"Tom is not prepared for what is about to happen when he hears the grandfather clock strike thirteen. Outside the back door is a garden, which everyone tells him does not exist."--Page 4 de la couverture.

Do Plants Eat Meat? The Wonderful World of Carnivorous Plants - Biology Books for Kids | Children's Biology Books

Author: Baby Professor
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN: 1541918207
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 64

Book Description
Did you know that some plants eat special food? Sunlight is not enough for them and they lack the capacity to create their own food. That is why they prey on insects. They have a unique scent that attracts their small prey so they just sit and wait until they can gobble something up! Should you be afraid of these carnivorous plants too?

The Savage Garden

Author: Mark Mills
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007285582
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 18

Book Description
The No.1 bestselling novel and Richard & Judy Summer Read: a haunting tale of murder, love and lost innocence for fans of Carlos Ruiz Zafon and Jed Rubenfeld