Trees and Shrubs : A Gardeners Encyclopedia

English

ISBN: 1554078369

EAN: 9781554078363

Category: Nature / Trees & Forests/Gardening / Shrubs/

Publisher: Firefly Books, Limited

Release Date: 12/31/2011

Synopsis: How to choose the best from over 1,500 trees and shrubs.Trees and Shrubs contains all the information needed to find the right plants for any type of garden. With its compact and easy-to-use format, this book is perfect to take along to the nursery.Using the comprehensive plant-selection tables, gardeners can see at a glance the most important characteristics of more than 1,500 trees and shrubs, helping them make the best choice for their gardens appearance and cultivation requirements.The first part of Trees and Shrubs is the plant tables, which are organized by species name and list the plants characteristics. These are: Height and spread Tree, shrub or conifer Cool, warm-temperate, subtropical or tropical climate Full sun, half-sun, heavy shade Flowering season Deciduous or evergreen Showy foliage, showy flowers Flowering season Suitability to container planting Indoor use Frost toleranceHaving chosen a plant from the table, the gardener then turns to the books second part, which describes the more than 1,500 species, cultivars and hybrids in greater detail. This includes growing zones and common names, as well as the plants origins, color variations, growth habit (whether, for example, the shrub is slow growing), propagation techniques, recommended uses, problem parasites or diseases, and extra cultivation notes. Color photographs illustrate a select number of plants.Trees and shrubs are costly, and its despairing to plant a new one only to see it fail. Trees and Shrubs helps gardeners choose the right plant for the right place--and that is the key to a beautiful and successful garden.

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Trees and Shrubs : A Gardeners Encyclopedia

Illustrated: Yes

Format: Paperback

Width: 6.25 inches

Length: 8.25 inches

Weight: 30.34 oz

Pages: 416