{"product_id":"plants-of-greater-victoria-an-amblers-guide-9781772035667","title":"Plants of Greater Victoria: An Ambler's Guide","description":"Greater Victoria, BC, located within the the traditional territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən (Esquimalt and Songhees), Malahat, Pacheedaht, Scia'new, T'Sou-ke, and W̱SÁNEĆ (Pauquachin, Tsartlip, Tsawout, Tseycum) Peoples, boasts not only the warmest year-round climate in all of Canada, but also contains distinct micro-climates throughout the region. This unique corner of Vancouver Island is naturally suited to a flourishing variety of wild native plants, towering forests, lush gardens, rocky beaches, and vibrant urban greenspaces.\u003ci\u003ePlants of Greater Victoria\u003c\/i\u003e, a companion to the popular guidebook \u003ci\u003eTrees of Victoria\u003c\/i\u003e, features more than 200 species of wild flowers, berries, ferns, bushes, and marine plants to observe and enjoy--as well as a number of toxic invasives. Covering the capital region from Victoria proper to Sooke, Metchosin, Langford, Oak Bay, Uplands, Saanich, and Sidney, this easy-to-use guide highlights the taxonomic origins, key characteristics, traditional uses, and best viewing spots. With clear, concise descriptions and stunning photography, this guide is a must for nature-loving locals and visitors alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Heritage House\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/28\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781772035667\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 272\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.95lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.70d","brand":"Collin Varner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52491438129333,"sku":"9781772035667","price":22.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_0470483f-3e7f-4cdd-9bed-49257d598042.jpg?v=1777996355","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/plants-of-greater-victoria-an-amblers-guide-9781772035667","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}