Texas Month-by-Month Gardening, the companion to Texas Getting Started Guide, presents a month-by-month breakdown of what to plant, when to plant, and how to take care of it in order to have a beautiful Texas garden year-round.

Situated amidst the vibrant thoroughfares and towering skyscrapers of New York City, a concealed sanctuary manifests itself: the realm of New York horticulture. Gardening in New York presents an extensive array of experiences, challenges, and rewards, spanning from serene community gardens tucked among brownstones to immaculately landscaped parks dotting the city's terrain. In the beginning: Gardening in New York is a testament to the tenacity and resourcefulness of its residents, transcending its status as a passtime. Amidst the preponderance of concrete and limited space constraints in a metropolis, the practice of fostering vegetation assumes a particularly significant role. It connects New Yorkers with nature, unites the community through the creation of beauty amidst disorder, and fosters a sense of belonging. This introductory section on New York gardening will explore the distinctive attributes that characterize horticulture in the metropolitan area of New York. New York City is renowned for its dynamic and diverse gardening scene, which is mirrored in the cultural diversity of the plants cultivated and the microclimates that exist on rooftops. Investigating the Gardening Landscape of New York: To comprehend New York horticulture is to appreciate its diversity. Varying in appearance from the verdant expanse of Central Park to the flourishing industrial farms of Brooklyn, every municipality presents a distinct gardening encounter. Community gardens, frequently initiated as grassroots initiatives to reclaim unoccupied land, function as dynamic centers where members of the community congregate to nurture not only vegetation but also a feeling of inclusion and pride in the community. Situated atop brownstones and skyscrapers, rooftop gardens present an entirely new set of obstacles and prospects. Despite facing constraints such as restricted area, intense sunlight, and strong gusts, gardeners in this locale are rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the cityscape and the gratification of transforming desolate rooftops into verdant havens. Difficulties and Resolutions: The practice of gardening in New York presents a number of obstacles. Pollution, restricted space, and temperature fluctuations can put even the most experienced cultivator to the test. However, New Yorkers are exceptionally resourceful. In order to maximize the potential of their urban landscapes, landscapers in the city have developed inventive irrigation systems and vertical gardening techniques. Furthermore, the implementation of green roof installations and composting programs contributes to the reduction of the ecological consequences associated with urban horticulture, while simultaneously cultivating in city residents a heightened awareness of sustainability and responsibility. This investigation into the realm of New York gardening reveals that despite the fast-paced environment of the metropolis, the magnificence of nature is limitless. Regardless of one's level of experience, there is a certain enchantment associated with maintaining a garden amidst the concrete wilderness. Prepare yourself, don your trowels, and accompany us on an investigation into the thriving communities and verdant landscapes that distinguish gardening in New York as an exceptional experience.

Gardeners living in New York or New Jersey need this easy-to-use guide for year-round plant care! If you're a passionate gardener and a resident of New York or New Jersey, there's a book you must acquire for your bookshelf: New York & New Jersey Month-by-Month Gardening. Falling in line with the Cool Springs Press gardening series, this book provides monthly gardening advice, written just for New York and New Jersey gardeners. This gardeners' guide is organized according to calendar month--January through December. Each month is divided into the following categories: planning, planting, caring for plants, watering, fertilizing, and problem solving. Within those categories, gardeners will find the major plant groups (annuals, edibles, perennials, trees, lawn, and shrubs) covered in detail. Learn the proper time to plant your favorite bulbs and edibles, and find out how to plant bare-root trees. From planting perennials to coming up with a strategy for pest management, New York & New Jersey Month-by-Month Gardening guides readers through every major question that crops up. With essential how-to information organized into helpful sidebars as well as step-by-step photos to illustrate technique, this book is a veritable road map for a year's worth of gardening tasks in this diverse region. Roll up your sleeves, gardeners, and prepare to get dirty!

Never garden alone! The Month-By-Month series is the perfect companion to take the guesswork out of gardening. With this book, you'll know what to do each month to have gardening success all year. Written by authors in your state, the information is tailored to the issues that affect your garden the most.

Gardening is now the favorite leisure pastime in America. Homeowners are realizing the health benefits derived from gardening and the increase in their home's property value. This book contains easy-to-use advice on the top landscape plant choices. It also recommends specific varieties, and provides advice on how to plant, how to grow and how to care for the best plants.

Gardeners will find advice and photos for adapting to any microclimate or situation including shade; wet soil; coastal landscapes; container, raised-bed, and extended-season gardening; and much more. Gardeners and landscapers will treasure this book for its elegant writing and full-color photography, its photo-essay tours of outstanding owner-maintained gardens throughout New England, its focus on organic methods and native plants, and its guidance on integrating gardens of every variety into their surrounding landscapes. Photo sequences of key techniques enhance the book, which is designed and indexed to provide instant access to the information a gardener needs at hand. In Reeser Manley and Marjorie Peronto's view, the plots of land on which we live are not our “yards” but our gardens—extensions of the surrounding natural world—and we, as gardeners, are caretakers of that world. They advocate gardening in tune with nature— avoiding pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and invasive plants, while creating a garden that enhances local biodiversity. The New England Gardener's Year will guide you to a garden of great beauty and bountiful harvests.

“Bursting with useful advice, especially for new gardeners.” —Booklist To be a successful gardener, you need to know two things: how to do something and when to do it. Both concepts are thoroughly tackled in The Month-By-Month Gardening Guide. This comprehensive approach to gardening guides home gardeners—whether you are growing vegetables, flowers, or houseplants—through a year of growing. Throughout, the emphasis is on organic, wildlife-friendly techniques. By following the guidance detailed in this hardworking primer, you’ll be well on your way to a beautiful and bountiful garden that will provide pleasure throughout the year.

Lavishly illustrated with over 400 color photos taken by the author, the book's format is unique. Each chapter is a new month in the typical blooming "window" of perennials - March through September - beginning with an extensive list of plants divided by blossom color. Using this feature of the book alone, the gardener can plan ahead, orchestrating sequences of color in favorite harmonies throughout the growing season. Alphabetized entries on each of the blooming candidates make up the bulk of each chapter, with detailed information on the current scientific and common names (plus recent synonyms), hardiness zones and distribution (or origin for introduced hybrids), blossom color and flowering span, and a specific list of commercially available cultivars. Cultural preferences regarding soil, moisture, and light - along with information on insect pests and diseases - are all supplied in one convenient place for superior growing results.

Have you ever wondered if you could have interest in the garden twelve months a year? The answer is a definitive yes! Through years of experience as a landscape designer, Lee Miller has accumulated a list of plants which are hardy in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions that will provide ongoing interest for your outdoor space. Gardening by Month: A Monthly Guide to Planning the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic Garden will take you on a journey through each month of the year, while providing that perfect mix of gardening interest along the way. Colorful photographs with descriptions of each plant according to bloom time, foliage color or other notable characteristics will allow you to enjoy your outdoor space during every season. Additionally, environmental needs, plant care and maintenance tips are provided for each selection with any other important information. Finally, gardening tips and a summary of gardening chores are provided for each month. Are you ready for a twelve-month interest garden? Then come along and plan away! Organizes plant interest by month for easy reference. Plan with over 120 plant selections to choose from. Colorful photographs are supplied with plant descriptions and care requirements. Monthly gardening chores are suggested for each month. Plant maintenance and care tips are recommended to help you maintain a healthy garden. Explore helpful pointers on soil types, characteristics, and identification. Achieve the 12 month all season garden you have been looking for. Lee Miller is also the author of A Guide to Northeastern Gardening: Journeys of a Garden Designer, Landscape Design Combinations and Dream, Garden, Grow!: Musings of a Lifetime Gardener.

New Hampshire, situated in the northeastern region of the country, presents a varied topography that is highly suitable for individuals with an interest in horticulture. The state's diverse climatic zones, fertile soil, and awe-inspiring natural landscape create an optimal setting for growing an extensive range of plants, including robust vegetables and vibrant blossoms. Gardening in New Hampshire has its origins in the state's agricultural past, which dates back to the settlement's earliest inhabitants, who subsisted and earned a living from the land. Presently, horticulture in New Hampshire has evolved from a merely utilitarian pursuit to a cherished pastime among a great number of residents. An attribute that sets New Hampshire horticulture apart is its ability to accommodate the unique climate of the state. The region undergoes four distinct seasons, characterized by consistently frigid winters, temperate summers, and substantial annual precipitation. Gardeners are confronted with a range of prospects and obstacles due to this climatic diversity; they must meticulously choose plant varieties that are capable of flourishing in such conditions. Wide ranging in landscape from the verdant valleys carved by the Merrimack and Connecticut Rivers to the rugged summits of the White Mountains and the scenic Atlantic Ocean coastline, New Hampshire provides an abundance of microclimates, each endowed with distinctive horticulture prospects. Gardening enthusiasts in the Granite State can find something to their liking, whether they are at work on a small urban allotment, a sprawling suburban yard, or a quaint rural homestead. New Hampshire is renowned not only for its scenic landscapes but also for its thriving horticulture community, which is distinguished by its commitment to innovation, cooperation, and ecological stewardship. Farmers' markets, cooperative extension services, and local gardening organizations offer invaluable assistance and resources to gardeners of all skill levels. This comprehensive guide to gardening in New Hampshire will examine the state's rich biodiversity of flora and fauna, the most effective methods for establishing and sustaining a prosperous garden, as well as the distinctive obstacles and prospects associated with gardening in the Granite State. Whether you possess extensive gardening experience or are just beginning, we cordially invite you to accompany us on an exploration of the diverse horticultural terrain of New Hampshire.