Weeds of Canada and the Northern United States: A Guide for Identification

A tight and unmarked copy-" This impressive, richly illustrated field guide identifies more than 150 noxious weeds. 800 color photos show the weeds at five critical stages and help to distinguish another 100 related species. Information on weed legislation by province and state is also listed. A first of its kind, this book is an extraordinary resource for a multitude of users, whether farmers, landscapers, weed specialists, or gardeners. From the Back Cover: This easy-to-use guide will help you identify more than 175 weed species, from the Pacific coast to the Maritimes. Packed with color photos of weeds at every growth stage, it's your single best resource for identifying these controlled plants. Weeds of Canada and the Northern United States features:--more than 750 color photographs and 150 line drawings --detailed descriptions of weeds at all growth stages, to help identify plants in the field --technical information including germination temperature, seed dimensions, plant fertility, weed distribution, and control legislation --keys to mature plants, seedlings, and grasses, illustrated with more than 275 color "thumbnail" images and --an illustrated glossary, reference list, and index. Weeds of Canada and the Northern United States is an essential reference for home gardeners, farmers, turf managers, foresters, weed control specialists, botanists, students, and anyone interested in North America's plants."