Perennials All Season

Author : Tomasz Ani_ko
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 0881928879
Total Pages : 512 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book When Perennials Bloom written by Tomasz Ani_ko and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete guide to perennial plants for the garden furnishes an A-to-Z listing of more than 460 plants and their blooming cycles and explains how to design a perennial garden that makes maximum use of color over the course of the seasons, taking into consideration bloom times, flower groupings, seasonal development, and more.

Author : Ursula Buchan
Publisher : Miller/Mitchell Beazley
ISBN 13 : 9781840000511
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Plants for All Seasons written by Ursula Buchan and published by Miller/Mitchell Beazley. This book was released on 1999-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Creating a garden that has colour, beauty and architectural interest year-round is far easier than many gardeners believe. The secret is to choose versatile plants and to appreciate that brilliant autumn and winter foliage, stems and berries can create just as stunning an effect as spring and summer flowers.

Author : Cyndie Warbelow
Publisher : University of Alaska Press
ISBN 13 : 1602234418
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Northern Garden Symphony written by Cyndie Warbelow and published by University of Alaska Press. This book was released on 2021-05-15 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Section I defines the terms that will assure we all have our feet on the ground in the same garden speaking the same language. Section II dives into the concept of perennial design and identifies the most important parameters to consider when choosing the players for a garden symphony. Section III introduces the concept of the Charts as a design tool to keep the garden symphony playing bright and clear all season long. Section IV walks the reader through the step-by-step design of five garden symphonies using the charts as a guide for choosing the players. Appendix A is easy to access, in-depth descriptions of all of the plants listed on the Charts. The last four appendices provide guidance on planning, planting, supplementing color and structure in a perennial garden, and maintaining perennials from season to season"--

Author : Roger Turner
Publisher : Timber Press (OR)
ISBN 13 : 0881928895
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Tall Perennials written by Roger Turner and published by Timber Press (OR). This book was released on 2009 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grow up instead of out with tall perennials. These towering giants spice up borders, create drama, and can stop passers-by in their tracks, leaving them to wonder, What on earth is that? Tall Perennials features Roger Turner's hand-picked selection of high-performing perennials that all check in at over five feet. Spiky and ferocious, statuesque and architectural, bold and brilliantly colored, these are larger-than-life, hardy, and easy-to-grow plants that help create scale and proportion in gardens of any size. Split into two parts, Tall Perennials includes introductory chapters on the plant characteristics and combination ideas. The second part is a plant directory of more than 600 perennials.Whether you are an urban gardener looking to create the illusion of space or just looking for a new and unusual plant, Tall Perennials will help you create impact, surprise, and excitement in your garden.

Author : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Publisher : Home Grown Gardening
ISBN 13 : 1328620085
Total Pages : 255 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Best Perennials for Sun and Shade written by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and published by Home Grown Gardening. This book was released on 2019 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A quick-reference guide to planting perennials for gardeners with little experience and time Choosing perennials for a garden can be a daunting task, considering that there are thousands of choices. Yarrow? Columbine? Aster? To make the selection easier, this guide profiles the easiest-to-grow and best-performing perennials for both sunny and shady locations. Each plant is shown in a beautiful color photo for easy identification. The photo is accompanied by information on where and how to grow the featured plant, along with horticultural tips to assist in making the perennial-gardening adventure an enjoyable endeavor. From controlling pesky bugs and deadheading to staking tall plants and taking root cuttings, everything a beginning gardener or new homeowner needs to start a garden is here. This colorful, photo-filled book takes the guesswork out of gardening. No trial and error--get it right the first time!

Author : Douglas Green
Publisher : McGraw-Hill
ISBN 13 : 9780809299881
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.87/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Perennials All Season written by Douglas Green and published by McGraw-Hill. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the insider tips offered in this reference, any gardener--from novice to master--can enjoy brilliant beds and borders all season long. Featuring a comprehensive selection guide, this book lets gardeners choose plants that will flower exactly when needed to guarantee uninterrupted splendor. 300+ photos.

Author : Nancy J. Ondra
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 1603429042
Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Five-Plant Gardens written by Nancy J. Ondra and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2014-04-25 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With literally hundreds of choices, it can be overwhelming to decide which perennials to plant in your garden. Nancy J. Ondra takes the stressful guesswork out of perennial garden planning by offering 52 vibrant designs, each made up of only five plants. Ondra tailors each simple design to a specific set of growing conditions, with plenty of tips to help your planting mature. Enjoy gardens full of sun-drenched blooming flowers and shade-loving greenery for years to come.

Author : Scott Ogden
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604691697
Total Pages : 249 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Waterwise Plants for Sustainable Gardens written by Scott Ogden and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “I can't imagine a designer or avid gardener who wouldn't want this on their bookshelf.” —Garden Design Online Waterwise Plants for Sustainable Gardens is a practical guide to the best 200 plants guaranteed to thrive in low-water gardens. Plant entries provide the common and botanical name, the regions where the plant is best adapted, growth and care information, and notes on pests and disease. This practical and inspiring guide includes a variety of plants, from trees to succulents, perennials to bulbs, all selected for their wide adaptability and ornamental value. Companion plants, creative design ideas, and full color photography make this guide a must-have resource for any sustainable gardener.

Author : Mike Heger
Publisher : U of Minnesota Press
ISBN 13 : 9780816675883
Total Pages : 432 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Growing Perennials in Cold Climates written by Mike Heger and published by U of Minnesota Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published: Lincolnwood, Ill.: Contemporary Books, c1998.

Author : Jeff Cox
Publisher : Rodale
ISBN 13 : 9780875968896
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Perennial All-Stars written by Jeff Cox and published by Rodale. This book was released on 2002-10-25 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Showcases one hundred fifty perennials of proven performance sure to live up to their catalog descriptions and offers advice on selection and cultivation