The Weeds of Ontario is a comprehensive guidebook written by Francis C. Harrison that provides an in-depth look at the various types of weeds found in the Canadian province of Ontario. The book is intended for both amateur and professional botanists, as well as anyone interested in learning about the plant life of Ontario.The book is organized into two main sections: the first section covers the general characteristics of weeds, including their biology, ecology, and economic impact. The second section provides detailed descriptions of over 350 species of weeds found in Ontario, including information on their physical appearance, habitat, distribution, and control methods.Each species is accompanied by high-quality illustrations and photographs, as well as detailed descriptions of its growth habits and reproductive strategies. The book also includes a glossary of botanical terms and an index of common and scientific names for easy reference.Overall, The Weeds of Ontario is an essential resource for anyone looking to identify and manage weeds in Ontario, and it is an excellent reference book for botanists, ecologists, and agricultural professionals.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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