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Author |
: Carla Albright |
Publisher |
: Taylor Trade Publications |
Total Pages |
: 249 |
Release |
: 2007-02-28 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781589793170 |
ISBN-13 |
: 158979317X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (70 Downloads) |
Synopsis Coastal Gardening in the Pacific Northwest by : Carla Albright
Part how-to guide, part workbook, and part plant encyclopedia, Coastal Gardening in the Pacific Northwest: From Northern California to British Columbia is the must-have reference book for both experienced gardeners moving to the coast and novice gardeners currently living near the shore. Along with basic information about soil construction, plant selection, and watering needs, Coastal Gardening in the Pacific Northwest includes a workbook that will help you record the unique elements of the coast-wind, salt spray, and sun exposure-and design the garden of your dreams. Master Gardener Carla Albright provides valuable suggestions for vegetables, roses, trees, shrubs, and perennials hearty enough to thrive on the coast, as well as plants that are best avoided. Tips for choosing plants and controlling disease and insects will help you keep your coastal gardening looking its best. Ready for a break? Put down your trowel and take a trip to some of the coastal public gardens listed in the travel guide. These beautiful gardens will provide you with endless ideas that you can try in your own garden.
Author |
: John Bickerton |
Publisher |
: GMC Publications |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2009 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1861086369 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781861086365 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (69 Downloads) |
Synopsis Coastal Gardening by : John Bickerton
A seaside garden has special challenges: the combination of sun, salt air, and tricky soil can thwart even the most determined gardener. This practical guide shows exactly how to achieve success, from initial planning and design through full flowering and maintenance. It shows which plants and planting strategies work best for the coastal microclimate, and offers plenty of tips for windswept and very dry areas; proven advice for container gardening; and plans for a range of attractive, easy-to-maintain gardens, from manicured and elegant to lush and exotic.
Author |
: Barbara J. Sullivan |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2003 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0807854735 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780807854730 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (35 Downloads) |
Synopsis Garden Perennials for the Coastal South by : Barbara J. Sullivan
In the first book of its kind to deal solely with the unique challenges and opportunities for growing perennials and other plants in the coastal South, Sullivan, a certified master gardener, combines expert advice with a comprehensive A-to-Z plant guide.
Author |
: Paul E. Hosier |
Publisher |
: UNC Press Books |
Total Pages |
: 908 |
Release |
: 2018-06-13 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781469641447 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1469641445 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (47 Downloads) |
Synopsis Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas by : Paul E. Hosier
This accessibly written and authoritative guide updates the beloved and much-used 1970s classic Seacoast Plants of the Carolinas. In this completely reimagined book, Paul E. Hosier provides a rich, new reference guide to plant life in the coastal zone of the Carolinas for nature lovers, gardeners, landscapers, students, and community leaders. Features include: * Detailed profiles of more than 200 plants, with color photographs and information about identification, value to wildlife, relationship to natural communities, propagation, and landscape use. * Background on coastal plant communities, including the effects of invasive species and the benefits of using native plants in landscaping. * A section on the effects of climate change on the coast and its plants. * A list of natural areas and preserves open to visitors interested in observing native plants in the coastal Carolinas. * A glossary that includes plant names and scientific terms. With a special emphasis on the benefits of conserving and landscaping with native plants, this guide belongs on the shelf of every resident and visitor to the coasts of the Carolinas.
Author |
: William Cullina |
Publisher |
: Down East Books |
Total Pages |
: 255 |
Release |
: 2012-07-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780892729449 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0892729449 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (49 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens by : William Cullina
Since it’s grand opening in June 2007, the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay has become one of Maine’s most popular attractions and one the most distinguished botanical destinations in the country. “Wow!” is the word most often heard from visitors who explore the exquisite gardens, stunning stonework, exceptional natural landscapes, waterfalls, and sculptures. The goal of the Gardens is to preserve the botanical heritage and natural landscapes of coastal Maine. Comprising nearly 250 acres, with numerous themed gardens—including the Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, The Giles Rhododendron and Perennial Garden, and the Burpee Kitchen Garden—miles of trails, and a rich variety of events year-round, the Gardens has something for everyone. Celebrating the Fifth Anniversary of the Maine Botanical Gardens, and honoring the sixteen years of planning and construction that went into them, this book is an inspiring tribute to thisparadise on the Maine coast. Bursting with vivid color photographs, information about the Gardens, and a pinch of practical advice for gardeners, it makes a wonderful keepsake or a great gift to inspire others to visit the Gardens.
Author |
: Paul Bonine |
Publisher |
: Hachette UK |
Total Pages |
: 824 |
Release |
: 2017-12-27 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781604698367 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1604698365 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (67 Downloads) |
Synopsis Gardening in the Pacific Northwest by : Paul Bonine
This comprehensive and hardworking guide features plant picks, design advice, and successful growing information for home gardeners in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia.
Author |
: Henry Rehder, Jr. |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 1997 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0963596799 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780963596796 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (99 Downloads) |
Synopsis Growing a Beautiful Garden by : Henry Rehder, Jr.
Growing a Beautiful Garden is a full-color gardening guide for the unique growing conditions found along the North and South Carolina coasts. This guidebook shows how to choose and grow plants that will not only survive the extreme summer heat and acidic soil of the coastal environment but thrive and remain attractive year-round. Noted plantsman Henry Rehder, Jr., begins with chapters on installation, fertilization, and weed and pest control, then offers a month-by-month maintenance guide for over 100 ornamental shrubs, trees, perennials, and lawn grasses.
Author |
: Julie Monson |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 156 |
Release |
: 2016-10-22 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0997916230 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780997916232 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (30 Downloads) |
Synopsis GARDENING ON CALIFORNINAS COAS by : Julie Monson
The author's goal has been to provide practical information in an interesting format with an emphasis on gardening as a satisfying creative endeavor. The nine chapters cover landscaping with trees, shrubs, flowers, food and ground covers; pruning and maintenance; ending with a chapter on the positive links between gardens and health.
Author |
: Lynn M. Herbert |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2013 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0578091496 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780578091495 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (96 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Garden Book for Houston and the Texas Gulf Coast by : Lynn M. Herbert
Since it was first published in 1929, more than eight decades ago, A Garden Book for Houston and the Texas Gulf Coast has been the authoritative go-to book on gardening for Houstonians and Texas Gulf Coast residents. This fifth revised edition, written and edited by Lynn M. Herbert, has been entirely updated, expanded, and colorfully redesigned. In the process, information in the book was reviewed by over 100 professionals in related fields and by knowledgeable resident gardeners, men and women who generously donated their efforts to make this an invaluable resource for seasoned gardeners as well as neophytes and newcomers to the region. This edition, still in its handbook format, propels its content into the twenty-first century with a new emphasis on environmentally friendly gardening and native plants, including: Exhaustive plant lists describing the newest varieties as well as old favorites, with essential designations of plants native to the Houston and Texas Gulf Coast area Easy-to-read tables, full of details about caring for hundreds of local plants User-friendly information about your soil and how to make it most productive Chapters on major plant categories joined by additional chapters devoted to in-depth tips on azaleas, cacti and other succulents, camellias, ferns, and roses, along with the all-new "Grasses and Bamboos" and "Palms and Cycads" chapters A new emphasis on "The Edible Garden" with expanded chapters covering "Herbs," "Vegetables," and "Fruit and Nut Trees" Complete landscape instructions on how to plan and design your garden to fit your lot and your lifestyle, from a shaded setting to a fragrant garden, an oasis by the Gulf, a container garden, or plants to attract birds and butterflies Updated ideas on drainage, pruning, watering, and lawns and lawn alternatives A newly revised look at coping with "Weather Extremes" such as freezes, hurricanes, or droughts An encyclopedic index that includes both botanical and common names 672 pages with 435 color photographs of flowers, plants, and gardens - the cream of the crop from the coastal area Beloved and consulted for generations and called by many the bible of Houston gardening, A Garden Book is now even more indispensable. This latest edition reaffirms the commitment of the River Oaks Garden Club to preserving our environment, promoting sustainability, and planting with a purpose. Book jacket.
Author |
: Brian Coleman |
Publisher |
: Gibbs Smith |
Total Pages |
: 374 |
Release |
: 2021-09-07 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781423654988 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1423654986 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
Synopsis Private Gardens of the Pacific Northwest by : Brian Coleman
An exclusive retreat into the verdant, lush residential gardens of the Pacific Northwest. Private Gardens of the Pacific Northwest is a stunning exploration of 20 lush private gardens. These sprawling estates, small sanctuaries, and artful retreats capture the natural beauty of the verdant Pacific Northwest, each one splashed with hints of boldness, modernity, artistry, and exquisiteness. Capturing the personality of those who cultivate them, these gardens have their stories told through the words of renowned author Brian Coleman, who takes readers through the flourishing natural beauty that the northwestern coast has to offer.