Spiky, smooth, round, long or thin cacti and succulents come in all shapes and sizes. The purpose of this book is to help you know, enjoy and care for these striking decorative plants. The section on care and cultivation provides step-by-step guidance on all aspects of buying, planting and maintaining cacti and succulents, ensuring gardening success whatever your level of experience."

There is a vast range of different cacti and succulent plants in an almost infinite variety of shapes, sizes and hues. They are popular in the garden, conservatory and as houseplants; their diversity, combined with their naturally hardy nature, make them ideal plants for gardeners of all levels. No matter how long you have been gardening, whether you have a large conservatory or modest windowsill, there are always new cacti and succulents to see and collect. The comprehensive introduction explains the botany and classification of cacti and succulents, and an inspirational section includes...