From seeds to leaves
From seeds to leaves - a complete guide to growing Australian shrubs and trees from seed

By Doug and Robin Stewart

 

Published in 2008 by Black Inc. [First published in 1995 by Agmedia]

 

Price $27.95 plus $A13.50 postage within Australia [up to 3 kg], overseas postage please request a quote

 

ISBN 9781863952255 or ISBN 9781863952255
  • Description
  • About the authors
  • Table of contents

If you have an interest in the power of seeds to transform the earth, or in planting Australian native trees and shrubs on a small or large scale, this book is for you. It describes how to collect your own fruit and nuts; extract, store and germinate the seeds in the right way and in the best seasons; plant out, water, mulch, protect, fertilise and prune your plants for best results. There are also sections on botanical names and identifying plants by flower and seed, and an ABC of information about Australian species.

 

About the authors

 

Doug and Robin Stewart have a long association with growing Australian plants from seed, both as farmers and through the Landcare movement. They have a keen interest in the conservation of native fauna and flora, as well as experience in the planting of vegetation to restore degraded land.

 

Table of contents

 

Introduction

1. Seed collection

2. Extracting the seed

3. Seed needing special treatment before sowing

4. Planting the seed

5. Transplanting and growing on

6. Planting out

7. Botanical and common names made easy

8. Trees and shrubs for special situations

9. Identification by flower and seed

10. Seed for purpose: an overview

 

Appendix: an ABC of Australian plants and seeds

Index