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The Art of Japanese Gardens: Designing & Making Your Own Peaceful Space

An Encyclopedia of Shade Perennials (811 readers)

Contributed by amazon 29.03 2007 on 11:35:54 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Finding an array of unique and diverse plants for shade might seem like a daunting task, with limited options available to the gardener. Shade perennial expert W. George Schmid dispels this perception in his new encyclopedia. This companionable reference provides information on more than 7000 species and cultivars in 184 genera, from Acanthus to Woodwardia ? some new to horticulture, others unjustly overlooked, but all beautifully suited to the shade garden. ...

What's Wrong with My Plant? (591 readers)

Contributed by amazon 07.07 2007 on 11:58:11 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Expert Information at Your Fingertips (Pyramid Paperbacks) | Whatever’s ailing your plant—from slugs and bugs to molds, rots, and wilts—this guide has the cure. Written by an award-winning garden writer, it helps you get to the root of the problem with expert diagnostic advice, and offers quick and effective solutions for eliminating more than 130 international pests, diseases, and disorders. Gardeners can choose from both chemical and organic remedies for trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, and ...

Roses Revealed (474 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.07 2007 on 10:07:22 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Find Your Perfect Roses | Offering information on 200 varieties of roses, this definitive illustrated guide for rose enthusiasts and gardeners encapsulates all the romance of the universally popular, long flowering plant. The first section showcases the best rose options for particular purposes in the garden—such as which kinds provide the best ground cover, which look best trailing over a wall, and which are more appropriate for smaller gardens. ...

Orchid Grower's Handbook (298 readers)

Contributed by amazon 17.05 2008 on 13:43:17 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Orchids have evolved to become the largest family of plants in the world, and this accessible and expert book by two of the worlds leading orchid authorities provides everything you need to know to grow and display orchids successfully. ...

Christopher Lloyd's Garden Flowers (721 readers)

Contributed by amazon 09.04 2007 on 19:12:05 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Perennials, Bulbs, Grasses, Ferns | Christopher Lloyd knows perennials as well as anyone else alive. Now available in paperback, this book represents the fruit of Lloyds lifetime study of perennials. Genus by genus, he sets down everything he has learned, thought, seen, tried, liked, or regretted about them, individually or in combination. He is formidably knowledgeable, iconoclastic, opinionated, and always entertaining. Here, meticulously recorded, are his expert opinions about numerous variet ...

Perennial Combinations (949 readers)

Contributed by amazon 31.03 2007 on 20:12:18 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Perennial combinations are the building blocks of beautiful, successful gardens. Choosing perennials that look great and grow well together is a skill that can take years to develop, but with this book, youre guaranteed to make perfect plant choices right from the start. In Perennial Combinations, expert plantsman, C. Colston Burrell hand-selects 120 of the best perennial combinations for homeowners, then offers his expert advice on how to grow and use the combinations to create great gardens. ...

Antique Roses for the South (839 readers)

Contributed by amazon 29.03 2007 on 11:18:39 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Belindas Dream, Katy Road Pink and Georgetown Tea, the names alone evoke images of glorious cottage gardens and arching trellises laden with perfumed blossoms. In this revised edition, rose expert Bill Welch updates the latest information and top sources for antique roses. ...

All About Roses (Ortho's All About Gardening) (845 readers)

Contributed by amazon 29.03 2007 on 11:08:24 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Learn how to make the most of roses in your garden. Growing beautiful roses doesnt have to be difficult. All About Roses is filled with expert advice on choosing the right rose for your space, and nurturing it for years of beauty. Whether youre eyeing a hybrid tea you remember from your mothers garden, or one of the new easy-care landscaping varieties, this book makes it easy to add the unmatched beauty of roses to your garden. ...

Subtropical and Dry Climate Plants (865 readers)

Contributed by amazon 01.04 2007 on 19:03:54 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

The Definitive Practical Guide | Climate change, the need to conserve water, the desire for more exotic and dramatic plants-all of these are prompting gardeners to seek out interesting new plants that thrive in subtropical or dry climates and microclimates. This book offers expert guidance and sensible advice on a wide range of plants-native to California, Florida, Australasia, South America, South Africa, Turkey, and the Mediterranean region-that can be successfully cultivated in many regions o ...

All About Roses (479 readers)

Contributed by amazon 24.09 2007 on 10:27:30 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Learn how to make the most of roses in your garden | Growing beautiful roses doesnt have to be difficult. All About Roses is filled with expert advice on choosing the right rose for your space, and nurturing it for years of beauty. Whether youre eyeing a hybrid tea you remember from your mothers garden, or one of the new easy-care landscaping varieties, this book makes it easy to add the unmatched beauty of roses to your garden. ...

Patios Designs for Living (438 readers)

Contributed by amazon 03.07 2007 on 09:59:06 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Beautiful photos of gracious patios to suit a range of lifestyles, from grand entertainment spots to family-friendly space to intimate dining. Expert tips on how to design the right patio for your location and climate, including the best materials for the job. The scoop on the most sought-after patio extras, structures and amenities. Finishing touches: how to complete your new outdoor room with furnishings and landscaping ...

Some Like it Hot, Flowers (464 readers)

Contributed by amazon 28.08 2007 on 12:32:10 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

The second in a series of comprehensive guides to flowering plants and gardening in hot and humid climates ...

Lawns 1-2-3 (487 readers)

Contributed by amazon 11.08 2007 on 08:43:41 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

A complete step-by-step guide to the care and feeding of lawns across the U.S. Easy-to-follow photos and advice for every situation, from revitalizing a weed-filled lawn to starting from scratch. Expert tips on mowing, fertilizing and watering-plus how to stop weeds and pests in their tracks. All the inspiration and information DIY groundskeepers need to turn ordinary lawns into neighborhood showplaces. ...

All About Perennials (470 readers)

Contributed by amazon 24.09 2007 on 10:25:25 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Way to grow: Expert advice on choosing and growing great perennials | Finding a perennial that thrives in your garden is like giving yourself a gift that comes back year after year. Learn how with this revised, larger edition, packed with professional advice on how to choose and care for perennials for any location, from full shade to hot sun. Whether youre planting your first perennial bed or eyeing your lawn for expansion, youll find tips and information to help you grow beautiful, healthy pla ...

Complete Rose Encyclopedia (749 readers)

Contributed by amazon 28.03 2007 on 21:35:12 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

This comprehensive volume is a pictorial guide to one of the most popular groups of plants in the world, providing an indispensable resource for selecting the right rose for any type of garden. Descriptions of numerous species and their varieties are illustrated with over 750 full color photographs that show the flowers in gorgeous bloom. ...

Lawns (433 readers)

Contributed by amazon 24.09 2007 on 10:30:00 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Get the showcase lawn youve always wanted with this comprehensive guide, packed with expert tips and information from turf professionals. Contributing writer David Mellnor even shares his expertise as a groundskeeper for the Boston Red Sox (was top-quality turf a factor in their recent World Championship?). Includes complete information on the newest information, techniques and products you can use to cultivate a superior lawn, plus special information on sportscaping. ...

Collins Wildlife Gardener (390 readers)

Contributed by amazon 03.09 2007 on 10:33:03 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

This is the ultimate gardening book for all wildlife lovers, written by the leading expert in the field. This book debunks the myth that you need to grow a jungle to attract wildlife, and instead shows how to create suitable habitats without compromising on the aesthetics. The book begins by examining the appeal of gardening for wildlife and why it is ecologically beneficial to do so, then goes on to teach the essential principles for creating wildlife-friendly habitats. A detailed resources sec ...

Complete Guide to Native Orchids of Australia (450 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.07 2007 on 10:11:32 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

In this spectacular and comprehensive book, orchid expert David Jones describes more than 1,300 species and subspecies of Australian native orchids. Almost every species is illustrated with a beautiful color photograph, and the detailed species descriptions include information about every part of the plant, as well as its distribution, habitat, how to distinguish it from other similar species and its conservation status. A must for dedicated orchid enthusiasts, professional botanists or anyone i ...

Expert Guide to Lawns (Toro) (283 readers)

Contributed by amazon 22.03 2008 on 17:50:21 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's text

Pro Secrets for a Beautiful Yard (Toro) | oro knows lawns, and with this book, homeowners will have Toro at their side, helping them maintain a beautiful yard through authoritative step-by-step text, 350 color photos, and 101 full-color illustrations. For more than eight decades, Toro has been intimately involved in the cultivation and maintenance of turfgrass, from both a residential and a professional standpoint. Toro has invested millions of dollars in turf-related research, educational progr ...

Design Ideas for Home Landscaping (295 readers)

Contributed by amazon 25.01 2008 on 10:04:20 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Design Ideas for Home Landscaping offers inspiring ideas for achieving a stunning effect with your landscape. Using the information on plant design, expert gardening and planting advice, and the most resilient vegetation for your region, you can maintain a beautiful outdoor haven with this accessible guide for the professional landscape designer and the do-it-yourself homeowner alike. With over 350 magnificent color photographs and illustrations, Design Ideas for Home Landscaping is an essential ...