101 Trees of Indiana

101 Trees of Indiana
Author: Marion T. Jackson
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2004-06-16
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780253216946

So many trees, so little time. What's a nature lover to do? If you can't tell the difference between an Eastern hemlock and a scrub pine, or a cottonwood and a black willow, 101 Trees of Indiana is the field guide for you. 101 Trees of Indiana contains all you need to identify a tree in the Hoosier State, whatever the season. Not since Dr. Charles Deam's Trees of Indiana was published in 1953 has the subject been covered so thoroughly. Ecologist Marion T. Jackson has selected approximately 101 species of trees, mostly native to the state but also others that are widely naturalized or planted extensively. Jackson's comments about individual trees alone are worth the price of the book. Illustrations by Katherine Harrington provide clear and accurate botanical details. Ron Rathfon's vivid color photographs make identification in the field a breeze. Further aiding in identification are text descriptions and species keys for both summer and winter conditions. Distribution maps indicate the counties in which each tree has been found and recorded. These maps have been updated to include more than 2,000 new county records discovered by scientists, foresters, and naturalists since the publication of Deam's work. 101 Trees of Indiana will fit handily into a pocket or backpack, and the information for each tree, including drawings and photographs, is on facing pages—no flipping back and forth from text to picture. Naturalists, hikers, landscapers, and students will thoroughly enjoy this lovely and authoritative book.

Wildflowers and Ferns of Indiana Forests

Wildflowers and Ferns of Indiana Forests
Author: Michael A. Homoya
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Total Pages: 463
Release: 2012
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0253223253

This beautifully illustrated guide identifies nearly 300 common plants in Indiana's most prominent ecosystem—the Eastern Deciduous Forest. For ease of identification, the plants are arranged by flower color or growth form, providing a convenient way to distinguish a great majority of plants in any given woodland. Generous treatment is given to all major vascular plant groups of the forest, such as wildflowers, ferns, shrubs, trees, grasses, and sedges. Michael A. Homoya not only helps with identification, but also offers information on a plant's habitat, flowering period, familial relationships, biology, and connections to Indiana. For the garden enthusiast and habitat restorer, there is a section on landscaping and natural community restoration using native forest plants. A portion of the proceeds from each sale of this book go to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources for land protection and stewardship.

Shrubs and Woody Vines of Indiana and the Midwest

Shrubs and Woody Vines of Indiana and the Midwest
Author: Sally S. Weeks
Publisher: Purdue University Press
Total Pages: 493
Release: 2012-03-15
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1612491456

As the definitive identification guide to the shrubs and woody vines of Indiana, this book also provides coverage of 90% of the species to be found in surrounding Midwestern US states. As well as covering indigenous species, it also includes all currently known invasive shrubs. Written by two leading experts in plant taxonomy, the guide is prepared in the same attractive, easy-to-use format as the bestselling Native Trees of the Midwest. Descriptive text explains how to identify every species in any season, and original color photographs taken by Sally Weeks detail all important characteristics. The authors provide practical guidance concerning the potential ornamental value of each species for those interested in landscaping and also evaluate their potential value for encouraging wildlife. Designed for experts in natural resource management as well as the interested general public, the volume includes distribution maps, identification keys, and an index of both common and Latin names.

Trees of Indiana Field Guide

Trees of Indiana Field Guide
Author: Stan Tekiela
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006-05
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781591931546

Trees are all around, but how much do you know about them? With this famous field guide by award-winning author and naturalist Stan Tekiela, you can make tree identification simple, informative and productive. Learn about 124 Indiana trees, organized in the book by leaf type and attachment. Fact-filled information contains the particulars that you want to know, while full-page photos provide the visual detail needed for accurate identification. Trees are fascinating and wonderful, and this is the perfect introduction to them.

City Trees

City Trees
Author: Kenneth J. Schoon
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2011-08-04
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 081174485X

Covers all the common trees, even nonnative ones that might not be found in other guides.

Field Guide to Indiana Wildflowers

Field Guide to Indiana Wildflowers
Author: Kay Yatskievych
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2000
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780253214201

A standard-setting, state-of-the-art field guide to Indiana's (and surrounding states') wildflowers.

Habitats and Ecological Communities of Indiana

Habitats and Ecological Communities of Indiana
Author: John O. Whitaker, Jr.
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Total Pages: 513
Release: 2012-07-11
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0253005205

In Habitats and Ecological Communities of Indiana, leading experts assess the health and diversity of Indiana's eight wildlife habitats, providing detailed analysis, data-generated maps, color photographs, and complete lists of flora and fauna. This groundbreaking reference details the state's forests, grasslands, wetlands, aquatic systems, barren lands, and subterranean systems, and describes the nature and impact of two man-made habitats—agricultural and developed lands. The book considers extirpated and endangered species alongside invasives and exotics, and evaluates floral and faunal distribution at century intervals to chart ecological change.