Stunning flower gardens that bloom through the seasons depend on the artful combination of annuals, perennials, and bulbs. In this book, Anne Halpin shows you how to grow these plants and gives foolproof design techniques for any landscape. The extensive section on using color in the garden can guide you through the tricky process of plant placement and selection. Practical techniques are emphasized too. You will learn how to care for soil, start plants from seeds, grow and care for plants in containers, and maintain your plants and gardens. Sections on dividing plants, lifting bulbs, saving seeds, forcing bulbs for indoor winter flowers, and preparing the garden for winter are also included.

n this lavishly illustrated book, you will find:

Over 40 step-by-step photo sequences to guide you through essential gardening tasks

In-depth profiles of 125 favorite garden plants

600 photographs, many illustrating common gardening techniques

More than 50 watercolors

Lavish photographs show the plants in garden settings, as well as by themselves

Topics include seed-saving and forcing bulbs for winter as well as seed starting, routine care, and propagation techniques

Design information helps you plan gardens that hold color and interest through the season

Softcover, 208 Pages, Published 2001

Author: Anne Halpin, Editors of Creative Homeowner,
Publisher: Creative Homeowner , 2001-01
ISBN: 1580110681, EAN: 0078585110681

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