The world's temperate regions can be defined as the areas between the subtropics and the polar circles, where the climate is varied and usually has distinct seasons. The temperate zones comprise many different vegetation types, such as Mediterranean biomes, deciduous forests, temperate rainforests, coniferous forests and meadows and prairies, each rich in plant life. The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is a centre of expertise for cultivating a range of plants from around the world, especially temperate plants, which are grown in the Gardens, Arboretum, Alpine House and Temperate House, as well as at Wakehurst. The Kew Temperate Plant Families Identification Handbook brings together the combined knowledge of Kew's scientific and horticultural experts in a guide to the commonly encountered plants of temperate regions.
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