Whether you have just purchased a new property with a garden to
tend, or have made a rash personal decision to go 'Green' or are
just looking at the same old backyard that needs attention, this
book is definitely for you! Designed and written in a practical no
nonsense comprehensive style The Green Garden is an inspirational
guidebook. If you are looking for low-cost, beautiful and
earth-friendly ways to green those landscapes and outdoor spaces
and supply an adequate habitat for a whole variety of declining
species, including birds, native pollinators, honey bees,
amphibians and turtles, this book will be invaluable. It includes
an extensive Plant Guide, detailing the best wildlife-friendly
plants suitable for the varied conditions and microclimates found
across New England, along with cultivation hints and tips, and the
species attracted by each plant. Broken down into sections for
Annuals, Vegetables and Herbs, Bulbs and Perennials, Shrubs, Vines,
and Medium to Large Mast Trees, The Green Garden includes an
introduction and photos from renowned native plant author and
propagator William Cullina, formerly from the New England Wild
Flower Society, now Curator at Coastal Maine Botanic Garden. The
Green Garden: A New England Guide to Planning, Planting, and
Maintaining the Eco-Friendly Habitat Garden contains
an extensive Plant Guide listing plants suitable for
the varied conditions and microclimates found across New England,
labeled with each plant's individual preferences
and uses and broken down into sections for Annuals
(Native and Nonnative); Vegetables and Culinary Herbs; Herbaceous
Perennials and Bulbs; Native Grasses, Sedges, Rushes,
and Other Grasslike Plants; Native New England Ferns;
Perennial Vines; Shrubs and Small Trees;Â and Medium- to
Large-Mast Trees.  Loaded with ideas, tips, and
inspiration for gardening newbies and seasoned
gardeners alike, this beautifully illustrated guide
shows how to attract the wildlife you want while discouraging
what you don't.
General
Imprint: |
Bunker Hill Publishing
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
November 2011 |
First published: |
November 2011 |
Authors: |
Ellen Sousa
• William Cullina
|
Dimensions: |
252 x 183 x 20mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - Trade / Sewn
|
Pages: |
224 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-59373-091-8 |
Categories: |
Books
|
LSN: |
1-59373-091-8 |
Barcode: |
9781593730918 |
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