The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material. This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the most commonly seen trees, whether they are out on the town or strolling through the countryside. Authoritative text, beautiful photographs and detailed illustrations show not only the overall shape of the tree but also details of leaf shape, flowers, fruits and bark. Features both deciduous and evergreen species, with information on the origin of each species, its height, preferred habitat and growing conditions. Illustrations of cones, catkins, nuts and fruits allow you to distinguish between similar species at a glance. This new edition builds on the strengths of the unrivalled original, now expanded to include over 220 trees and shrubs that are native to or flourish in Britain and northern Europe. Gold title * Launched as part of a reissue of the whole range of Collins Gems in an exciting new look, starting with the best-selling natural history titles, including Birds, Butterflies, Insects, Mushrooms, Wild Flowers, Garden Birds and Food for Free * Over half a million copies sold of previous editions in the UK alone * Practical and pocket-sized, the book offers an easy way to identify trees and shrubs by their leaves, bark, fruit and flowers * Artwork by the country's leading tree illustrator, artist of the prestigious Collins Tree Guide * Details on over 100 of the most popular trees.