The Plant Lover's Guide to Epimediums
Title | The Plant Lover's Guide to Epimediums PDF eBook |
Author | Sally Gregson |
Publisher | Timber Press |
Pages | 241 |
Release | 2015-04-08 |
Genre | Gardening |
ISBN | 1604694750 |
Epimediums may have delicate, orchid-like flowers, but they are tough, shade-tolerant perennials that are incredibly low maintenance. Their heart and arrow-shaped foliage changes colors with the seasons, going from green to bronze as summer moves into fall. The Plant Lover’s Guide to Epimediums, by nursery owner Sally Gregson, features growing information for 126 commonly available varieties. It also includes lists of plants for particular purposes, tips on how to incorporate epimediums into gardens, and a resource guide that lists where to buy the plants and where to view them in public gardens. Hundreds of lush color photographs highlight the beauty of these charming plants.
The Plant Lover's Guide to Magnolias
Title | The Plant Lover's Guide to Magnolias PDF eBook |
Author | Andrew Bunting |
Publisher | Timber Press |
Pages | 233 |
Release | 2016-04-13 |
Genre | Gardening |
ISBN | 1604695781 |
Magnolias—beloved for their iconic spring blossoms—are among the most popular flowering trees. In The Plant Lover’s Guide to Magnolias expert Andrew Bunting shares a plant directory including 146 of the best magnolias for the garden. Featuring information on growth, care, and design, along with hundreds of gorgeous color photographs, it covers everything a home gardener needs to introduce these delightful trees into their garden.
The Plant Lover's Guide to Ferns
Title | The Plant Lover's Guide to Ferns PDF eBook |
Author | Sue Olsen |
Publisher | Timber Press |
Pages | 253 |
Release | 2015-04-08 |
Genre | Gardening |
ISBN | 1604694742 |
Ferns are easy to grow and readily available in big box stores, garden centers, and mail-order nurseries, making them a popular ornamental among new and advanced gardeners. Perfect for containers, borders, layered gardens, foliage accents, and shady areas, ferns come in a range of colors and varieties. The Plant Lover’s Guide to Ferns, by fern enthusiasts Richie Steffen and Sue Olsen, is packed with information on these reliable plants. The book includes profiles for 134 plants, with information on growth and propagation, advice on using ferns in garden design, and lists of where to buy the plants and where to view them in public gardens.
The Plant Lover's Guide to Hardy Geraniums
Title | The Plant Lover's Guide to Hardy Geraniums PDF eBook |
Author | Robin Parer |
Publisher | Timber Press |
Pages | 261 |
Release | 2016-04-20 |
Genre | Gardening |
ISBN | 1604694181 |
Hardy geraniums are a staple in the garden and are among the best-loved and most widely grown plants. The Plant Lover’s Guide to Hardy Geraniums, by nursery owner Robin Parer, highlights 140 of the best species and cultivars. Featuring information on growth, care, and design, along with suggested companion plants and hundreds of gorgeous color photographs, it covers everything a home gardener needs to introduce these delightful plants into their garden.
The Plant Lover's Guide to Snowdrops
Title | The Plant Lover's Guide to Snowdrops PDF eBook |
Author | Naomi Slade |
Publisher | Timber Press |
Pages | 255 |
Release | 2014-04-22 |
Genre | Gardening |
ISBN | 1604696079 |
Snowdrops have a delicate, quiet beauty. Their white bell-shaped petals are striking alone and in a swath, and they are a harbinger of spring. The Plant Lover’s Guide to Snowdrops is the first book to make this group of bulbs accessible to the home gardener. It features profiles of 60 hybrids, species, and cultivars, with information on flowering time, distinguishing features, and ease of cultivation. It addition, it shows how to design with snowdrops, and how to grow and propagate them, also offering tips on where to see snowdrops in public gardens and where to buy them. Each Plant Lover’s Guide in the series is supported by lush, photo-driven design, featuring the most beloved plants and valued expertise of the gardening world in a visual, comprehensive resource.
Mark Zilis' Field Guide to Hostas
Title | Mark Zilis' Field Guide to Hostas PDF eBook |
Author | Mark R. Zilis |
Publisher | |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2014 |
Genre | Gardening |
ISBN | 9780967944029 |
Gift donated by Black Swamp Hosta & Daylily Society.
The Plant Lover's Guide to Tulips
Title | The Plant Lover's Guide to Tulips PDF eBook |
Author | Richard Wilford |
Publisher | Timber Press |
Pages | 225 |
Release | 2015-04-08 |
Genre | Gardening |
ISBN | 1604696893 |
Tulips are one of the most popular spring-flowering bulbs. Available in a huge range of colors and in a wide array of shapes, they’re a mainstay of most spring gardens. They are the focus of festivals worldwide and are a sure sign spring is on the way. The Plant Lover’s Guide to Tulips, by Richard Wilford of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, profiles 100 commonly available species and cultivars, and features growing information, recommendations for companion plants, and tips on how to use tulips in the landscape. More than 250 color photographs bring these colorful gems to life.