"Wildflowers of New England"is for hikers, naturalists, gardeners, and anyone wishing to learn more about the region s diverse wildflowers, or just wanting to know the answer to "What s that plant?" Ted Elliman, a plant ecologist for the New England Wild Flower Society, describes and illustrates more than 1,000 species commonly found in all six New England states, including annuals, perennials, and biennials, both native and naturalized. This helpful field guideuses a logical and convenient identification key based on flower color, petal arrangement, and leaf characteristics. One thousand color photographs help to confirm that you ve got the right plant. The introduction includes an explanation of plant parts and information on plant names. "