okanagan wildflowers

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by Kay, May 12, 2006.

  1. Kay

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    Hey I'm sorta new in Canada - well 2 years new and for the first time I've had a chance to get out and check out the wildflowers in the area. Unfortunately, my friends are not very 'up' on them, so i was wondering if someone could advise me on a good pocket book that I can take out with me.

    Thanx Daniel for the re direction
     
  2. Daniel Mosquin

    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Two books for you to investigate:

    Plants of Southern Interior British Columbia - very targeted, with entertaining stories and interesting anecdotes.

    Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest - I'm reviewing this book for the Native Plant Society of BC for its next newsletter. It's a very enjoyable and handy book, but its scope is much larger than the above book. Also about twice the price.

    My suggestion - if you're looking for local, get the Plants of Southern Interior BC. If you plan to travel the province or Washington / Oregon / Calif., you'll find the other book a good investment.
     
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    Lol thank again Daniel - wow talk about fast personal service.
     

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