Author: Roger Holmes Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 163741109X Category : Gardening Languages : en Pages : 228
Book Description
In this series, homeowners will find inspiring ideas for making the home landscape more attractive and functional. Created by landscape professionals in each region, each book contains between 48 and 54 designs with more than 200 plants that are proven performers. Provides detailed instructions for projects such as paths, patios, ponds, and arbors. 170 color photos and 260 full-color illustrations. US: CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT SE Canada: NB, NS, ONT, PEI, QUE
Author: Andre Viette Publisher: Cool Springs Press ISBN: 1930604998 Category : Gardening Languages : en Pages : 272
Book Description
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. The Mid Atlantic Gardeners Guide is devoted to offering the top landscape plants for four key areas of the Mid Atlantic region: Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington D.C.
Author: Mark Wolfe, Technical Editor Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1637412177 Category : House & Home Languages : en Pages : 594
Book Description
·A complete landscaping guide specifically for Mid-Atlantic regional homes to optimize their garden and landscape design ·Includes 46 designs created by landscape professionals specifically for the Mid-Atlantic region-featuring creative solutions for entries, foundation plantings, patios, steep slopes, and more ·Descriptions of more than 200 native plants picked for your region, plus all you need to know to plant and maintain them, as well as which invasive species to avoid ·Step-by-step instructions for building structures, such as paths, patios, ponds, walls, fences, arbors, and trellises ·Updated edition includes new information on permaculture, eco-friendly plants to support conservation, how to identify regional species, impervious and porous paved surfaces, and more
Author: Bonnie Lee Appleton Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing ISBN: 1461625181 Category : Gardening Languages : en Pages : 209
Book Description
Compiles vital information for gardeners in the unique climates of New York and the mid-Atlantic area, including Virginia, West Virginia, District of Columbia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and southern New York and Long Island.
Author: Andre Viette Publisher: Cool Springs Press ISBN: 1591863449 Category : Gardening Languages : en Pages : 288
Book Description
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.
Author: Nancy J. Ondra Publisher: Storey Publishing ISBN: 1612120040 Category : Gardening Languages : en Pages : 185
Book Description
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.
Author: Roger Holmes Publisher: Landscaping ISBN: 9781580114868 Category : Gardening Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Collection of 42 designs created by area landscape professionals, with over 200 plants that are proven performers in the areas covered. Some designs provide "green" landscaping tips, including ways to conserve water and the use of native plants. Also shows how to install and care for plants, paths, fences, walls.
Author: Teddy Geis Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 128
Book Description
Have you always wanted to have a beautiful garden where you could spend wonderful moments with the people you love? Have you ever gone to the garden center of a big box home improvement store and seen some great looking flowers, plants or trees and thought they would look great in your yard, but you didn't know where to start? It's not difficult to grow great plants if you keep a few things in mind and avoid some common planting mistakes. In this book, let's go through the dos and don'ts of planting. You don't want to buy a fantastic plant and get it home and find out that it doesn't fit in your yard. Or worse yet, you decide to plant it anyway and then you have a huge plant that's taken over your yard. Just take a look a few other things you will discover inside: How to design your garden Dozens of ideas and practical information that you can use for your garden Fruit and vegetable trees that you can plant and enjoy with your family Lists of tools and materials for your project Hardscape How to maintain your garden landscape And much more! Once you've figured out where you want to plant, you can look at which plants are good choices to plant in the area. The most important thing to always remember when planting above all else, is to plant 'the right plant in the right place'. Planting the wrong plant in the wrong place will come back to haunt you every time. Spend a lot of time in nurseries discovering the various kinds of plants and trees that will grow successfully in your area. Get your soil tested even buying a test kit. Check the pH of your soil and what your plants need. Designing the exterior of your home increases its value, but you don't necessarily have to be a gardening professional or an architect because this book will guide you step by step in all your projects. Ready to get started? Click "Buy Now"!
Author: Rachael Lanicci Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1607658712 Category : Gardening Languages : en Pages : 682
Book Description
· An insightful guide for attracting birds into your garden · Includes detailed profiles of over 50 birds and important pollinators such as hummingbirds, orioles, warblers, woodpeckers, finches, and more · Explains the habits of a wide variety of North American birds and what kinds of trees, plants, and shrubs attract them · Provides helpful information on seed mixes and other treats each species enjoys, plus which types of specific feeders and shelters are preferred by different birds · Newly updated edition features updated cover and fresh interior design, as well as an expanded garden gallery for inspiration
Author: Roger Holmes
Author: Andre Viette
Author: Mark Wolfe, Technical Editor
Author: Bonnie Lee Appleton
Author: Andre Viette
Author: Nancy J. Ondra
Author: Roger Holmes
Author: Editors of Creative Homeowner
Author: Teddy Geis
Author: Rachael Lanicci