The small hardbacks are written by Gareth Richards (Wildlowers), Mike Weedon (Birds) and Elizabeth K Larsen/Jordan Bilsborrow (Trees).
Wildlowers runs from bee orchid to yarrow and identifies those common plants you see everywhere but can't quite remember what they are. They aren't weeds, but they do grow with human intervention. Authentic and beautiful, the most common 50 are listed by where to find them, how to identify them, what cultivars are available and how to grow them, companion plants, concerns and wildlife.
Trees covers apple to yew, via all the usual suspects, with identifying features, seasonal notes, 'in the garden' growing tips and a 'did you know section'.
Garden birds flies through from blue tit to wren. Again, the pictures are precise and the prose is pin-sharp.
Finding a field guide that balances practical detail with sheer portability is a rare treat. This delight is delivered in a lovely trio of pocket-sized hardbacks designed for everyday nature enthusiasts.
Whether you are a seasoned gardener looking to encourage local wildlife or a casual weekend walker wanting to name the flora and fauna along your route, these books are an invaluable companion.
Coat pocket-sized and neatly illustrated, the books have a charm and simplicity that makes them worth thw £12.99 cover price.
