Herbaceous Perennial Plants

by Allan M. Armitage

The third edition of “The Big Perennial Book� (as it is fondly referred to by many practitioners) describes 3,600 species in 1224 pages.

Herbaceous Perennial Plants

Author: Allan M. Armitage

Publisher: Cool Springs Press

ISBN: 1610583809

Page: 1109

View: 591

The long-awaited third edition of Allan Armitage’s masterpiece on garden perennials was released in April of 2008. Armitage’s extensive traveling, teaching and trialing experiences provide a depth of understanding of the best ornamental perennials for North American gardens unparalleled by any other garden writer. One of the most definitive and conclusive books written about perennials, the first edition was designated as one of the best 75 books written in the last 75 years by the American Horticulture Society, and the third is even better! The third edition of “The Big Perennial Book� (as it is fondly referred to by many practitioners) describes 3,600 species in 1224 pages. More than 300 color photos complement detailed text filled with the author’s pointed observations of plant performance, cultivar selection and current taxonomy. Allan’s trademark wit and passion are both in abundance, making reading as pleasurable as it is informative.

Perennials for Every Purpose

by Larry Hodgson

Original. "Perennials for Every Purpose" This is a plant encyclopedia with a purpose! You'll discover more than 1,000 perennials, organized by special feature (that's the "purpose!"), such as bloom time or site condition.

Perennials for Every Purpose

Author: Larry Hodgson

Publisher: Rodale Books

ISBN:

Page: 502

View: 548

The gardener's guide to perennials covers each major plant with a two-page illustrated spread, revealing seven garden designs, heat zone maps, problem solving tips, and much more. Original.

Perennial Combinations

by C. Colston Burrell

Offers planting plans and plant descriptions to maximize the effects of color in a perennial garden

Perennial Combinations

Author: C. Colston Burrell

Publisher: Rodale

ISBN: 9780875968063

Page: 352

View: 559

Offers planting plans and plant descriptions to maximize the effects of color in a perennial garden

The Well Tended Perennial Garden

by Tracy DiSabato-Aust

The Well-Tended Perennial Garden will be your ally in the quest for a beautiful, well-maintained garden. The Well-Tended Perennial Garden is the most thorough book on the essential practices of perennial care.

The Well Tended Perennial Garden

Author: Tracy DiSabato-Aust

Publisher: Timber Press

ISBN: 1604697873

Page: 416

View: 436

“This practical guide is lush with clear, step-by-step advice.” —Real Simple Whether you are a new gardener or a green thumb, The Well-Tended Perennial Garden is here to help you successfully plan, plant, and tend your garden. This hardworking guide includes thorough details on the essential practices of perennial care—included deadheading, pinching, and thinning—along with growing information for specific species and cultivars, on-trend garden design advice, a monthly planting and maintenance schedule, and details on native plants and gardening for wildlife. The Well-Tended Perennial Garden will be your ally in the quest for a beautiful, well-maintained garden.

Growing California Native Plants

by Marjorie G. Schmidt

This is the first comprehensive book to aid the gardener in making a start with native plants.

Growing California Native Plants

Author: Marjorie G. Schmidt

Publisher: Univ of California Press

ISBN: 9780520906112

Page: 400

View: 106

This is the first comprehensive book to aid the gardener in making a start with native plants. It takes the gardener through the beginning steps of identifying native plants, evaluating them in relation to conventional garden materials, and learning detailed techniques of propagation and culture. Annuals, perennials (including ferns), bulbs, shrubs and trees are included—with about 350 species treated in detail, and many others included in charts and listings for quick reference. A few California native plants have been in cultivation for a hundred years or so, but widespread consciousness of natives is relatively recent. It has arisen partly because of the recent drought, which natives survived more readily than exotics, and partly because of growing awareness that many natives have become rare or endangered, and may be preserved and perpetuated by cultivation for their ornamental qualities. The book is in full accord with the new trend in landscaping in which the environment, climate, and restricted water supplies are taken into account—not only for gardens but also for parks, roadside plantings, and other large-scale landscaping. Because propagation and cultural methods for many native plants have never been recorded, the author spent years gathering information through correspondence. She has also had personal experience in growing natives for more than 30 years. The result is the first complete, practical, convenient guide for growing native plants. It will be essential for the experienced gardener and the beginner alike.

When Perennials Bloom

by Tomasz Ani_ko

A complete guide to perennial plants for the garden furnishes an A-to-Z listing of more than 460 plants and their blooming cycles and explains how to design a perennial garden that makes maximum use of color over the course of the seasons, ...

When Perennials Bloom

Author: Tomasz Ani_ko

Publisher: Timber Press

ISBN: 0881928879

Page: 510

View: 272

A complete guide to perennial plants for the garden furnishes an A-to-Z listing of more than 460 plants and their blooming cycles and explains how to design a perennial garden that makes maximum use of color over the course of the seasons, taking into consideration bloom times, flower groupings, seasonal development, and more.

Perennial Vegetables 101

by Jamie Halladay

Perennial Vegetables 101: Plant Once, Enjoy Forever! is available for Purchase Today. This interesting book is chock full of tips for growing Perennial Vegetables in your home garden.

Perennial Vegetables 101

Author: Jamie Halladay

Publisher: CreateSpace

ISBN: 9781511941082

Page: 90

View: 826

Learn How to Grow More Food With Less Effort by Planting Perennial Vegetables!***Purchase your copy of Perennial Vegetables 101: Plant Once, Enjoy Forever! Don't Wait. Start learning the advantages of Perennial Vegetables Today!***Are You Looking for a way to grow more food with less time, money and effort? Do you want the many advantages that come with planting and growing Perennial Vegetables? Would you like to plant your vegetables once and harvest them for years to come, without the need for replanting? If so, then Perennial Vegetables 101: Plant Once, Enjoy Forever! is the book you need! You'll save money, spend less time maintaining your garden, and have more to show for it!Perennial Vegetables 101: Plant Once, Enjoy Forever! is available for Purchase Today.This interesting book is chock full of tips for growing Perennial Vegetables in your home garden. Perennials are a family of plants that re-grow year after year, without being replanted, they are also hardy and require little effort to grow. Perennial Vegetables 101: Plant Once, Enjoy Forever! helps you understand how to get the most from your garden, and which types of Perennial vegetables are right for you!Growing your own food doesn't have to include endless hours working in your garden. You'll learn how these amazing plants can save you time and money. Perennial Vegetables 101: Plant Once, Enjoy Forever! Explains how add perennials to your existing garden and the health benefits offered by them. You'll also learn exactly what you need to get started!Learn How to Grow More Food Than You Ever Thought Possible - Buy Perennial Vegetables 101: Plant Once, Enjoy Forever! Right Away!Start Realizing the True Potential of Your Garden With Perennial Vegetables. Start Reaping The Rewards -TODAY!Happy reading!

Perennial Gardening

by Susan Hollister

"Whether you want to have beautiful plants that are easy to maintain, grow delicious vegetables and beautiful flowers, or create your own plant paradise inside and outside of your home, this book will teach you everything you need to know.

Perennial Gardening

Author: Susan Hollister

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

ISBN: 9781546851011

Page: 338

View: 681

"Whether you want to have beautiful plants that are easy to maintain, grow delicious vegetables and beautiful flowers, or create your own plant paradise inside and outside of your home, this book will teach you everything you need to know."--Publisher's description.

Five Plant Gardens

by Nancy J. Ondra

Nancy J. Ondra takes the stressful guesswork out of perennial garden planning by offering 52 vibrant designs, each made up of only five plants.

Five Plant Gardens

Author: Nancy J. Ondra

Publisher: Storey Publishing

ISBN: 1603429042

Page: 184

View: 436

With literally hundreds of choices, it can be overwhelming to decide which perennials to plant in your garden. Nancy J. Ondra takes the stressful guesswork out of perennial garden planning by offering 52 vibrant designs, each made up of only five plants. Ondra tailors each simple design to a specific set of growing conditions, with plenty of tips to help your planting mature. Enjoy gardens full of sun-drenched blooming flowers and shade-loving greenery for years to come.

Plants for Atlantic Gardens

by Jodi DeLong

The book includes a hardiness map, Jodi's list of preferred further reading, and short sidebars on useful topics like soil type, native plants, and pollinators.

Plants for Atlantic Gardens

Author: Jodi DeLong

Publisher: Nimbus Pub Limited

ISBN: 9781551097985

Page: 252

View: 420

With all the special challenges associated with gardening in Atlantic Canada, in-depth information and genuine inspiration are even more important. Plants for Atlantic Gardens is your go-to resource for growing perennials, shrubs, and trees on the East Coast. Well-known gardening columnist Jodi DeLong profiles over 100 of the best species for planting in Atlantic Canadian gardens. Each plant description includes essential gardening information, such as growing requirements, hardiness, height, and bloom period. In an accessible, friendly writing style, Jodi also tells prospective gardeners about the plant's natural history in the region and shares her own experiences-both good and bad! The book includes a hardiness map, Jodi's list of preferred further reading, and short sidebars on useful topics like soil type, native plants, and pollinators. Over 200 colour photos provide readers a great opportunity to truly assess each plant's suitability for their own gardens.

Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers

by Christopher Brickell

Revised and updated, this guide provides gardeners with information and photos of 8,000 different plants, from shrubs and trees to perennials, annuals, biennials and bulbs and cacti, cataloged and organized by color, growing season and size ...

Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers

Author: Christopher Brickell

Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

ISBN: 9780756668570

Page: 744

View: 586

Revised and updated, this guide provides gardeners with information and photos of 8,000 different plants, from shrubs and trees to perennials, annuals, biennials and bulbs and cacti, cataloged and organized by color, growing season and size.

Simon and Schuster s Complete Guide to Plants and Flowers

by Francesco Bianchini

Describes and notes the families, places of origin, flowering times, uses, and light and soil-moisture requirements of a variety of shrubs, succulents, cacti, and flowering, climbing, Mediterranean, and rock-garden plants

Simon and Schuster s Complete Guide to Plants and Flowers

Author: Francesco Bianchini

Publisher: Touchstone

ISBN:

Page: 600

View: 866

Describes and notes the families, places of origin, flowering times, uses, and light and soil-moisture requirements of a variety of shrubs, succulents, cacti, and flowering, climbing, Mediterranean, and rock-garden plants

Perennial Garden Plants

by Alan Titchmarsh

They are central features in the landscape of a garden as they appear year-after-year and must be regarded as constant features. This book gives the expert view on the vast array of flowers available.

Perennial Garden Plants

Author: Alan Titchmarsh

Publisher: Random House

ISBN: 184607911X

Page: 144

View: 809

Herbaceous perennials flower each year, dying down in the winter and springing back to life the following spring. They are central features in the landscape of a garden as they appear year-after-year and must be regarded as constant features. This book gives the expert view on the vast array of flowers available. Includes: * extensive plant directory * guidance on how to design a flowering border * advice on care and maintenance * tips for propagation Alan Titchmarsh imparts a lifetime of expertise in these definitive guides for beginners and experienced gardeners. Step-by-step illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions guide you through the basic skills and on to the advanced techniques, providing everything you need to create and maintain your dream garden.

Manual of Herbaceous Ornamental Plants

by Steven M. Still

PREFACE: This text provides information about common and uncommon annuals, biennials, perennials, bulbs, ornamental grasses, herbs, and hardy ferns that are adapted to most climates of the United States and Canada.

Manual of Herbaceous Ornamental Plants

Author: Steven M. Still

Publisher: Stipes Pub Llc

ISBN:

Page: 814

View: 332

PREFACE: This text provides information about common and uncommon annuals, biennials, perennials, bulbs, ornamental grasses, herbs, and hardy ferns that are adapted to most climates of the United States and Canada. The fourth edition is larger than the previous edition and I expect that a future edition will be even larger. The learning process of a plantsman is a life-long endeavor and I will continue to discover new plants in my travels. The idea for this text started developing when I was a student in a herbaceous plants course at the University of Illinois. At that time, I realized that there was no one text that included identification characteristics and the ornamental and cultural features necessary to obtain a complete understanding of the subject. This idea was further reinforced when I became an instructor of herbaceous plants at Kansas State University. I found it impossible to recommend any one book for student use because each had its advantages and disadvantages. This text provides the student, the professional, and the home gardener with illustrations and concise treatment of plant information. I have had an opportunity to travel extensively in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Great Britain. Information gained in these travels has been incorporated in this expanded fourth edition. There are over 1 20 new plant descriptions and now a total of 384 color photos. Wildflowers and herbs are two examples of plant groups where coverage has been expanded. Since the printing of the third edition of the Manual of Herbaceous Ornamental Plants, I have received many helpful suggestions of how this text could be enhanced. I am indebted to those individuals who took time to contact me with their suggestions. I have assimilated their comments and incorporated them in the fourth edition. The art work for the fourth edition was done by Lynda Chandler.