by Casey Clapp (Author)
A visually rich, comprehensive, and entertaining field guide to identifying common urban tree species in the Pacific Northwest
- User-friendly organization, hand-drawn illustrations, and 1,400-plus photos of bark, flowers, leaves, and more to clarify, compare, and contrast species
- Covers 350 of the most common native and nonnative urban tree species
- Creative, engaging descriptions make tree identification fun and rewarding
Tree educator, cohost of the podcast Completely Arbortrary, and arborist Casey Clapp shares his knowledge and enthusiasm in this first ever field guide to focus on the most common urban tree species in the Pacific Northwest. Clapp's innovative Stepwise Journey guides readers through key clues for tree identification, while line drawings, a calendar of flowering times, and over 1,400 photos provide clear visual references. He describes 350 native and nonnative species, including common and scientific names; physical descriptions of the form, bark, leaves, fruit, and cones; notes on where to look for specific species; and distinguishing characteristics of related trees.
Whether you're new to tree identification or a lifelong nature lover, with Clapp as your guide you'll have the tools and know-how to identify the trees you see every day.
Number of Pages: 408
Dimensions: 1 x 9 x 5.5 IN
Publication Date: October 01, 2025
