"An invaluable resource for the home or commercial gardener who
wishes to plant native species."--Edward W. Chester, Austin Peay
State University
The natural landscape of Tennessee represents a unique treasure for
gardeners and nature lovers. Encompassing several geographically
distinctive regions, from the 6,000-foot peaks of the Unaka
Mountains to the swampy floodplain of the Mississippi River, the
state boasts nearly 3,000 native plant species. This stunning
diversity of life owes much to Tennessee's prime location at the
crossroads of mountain and prairie ecosystems and in the transition
area between northern and southern climate patterns.
In Gardening with the Native Plants of Tennessee, Margie Hunter
gives gardeners the knowledge they need in order to nurture this
natural heritage in their own gardens. Beginning with a survey of
the state's ecology--including geology, geography, plant life and
animal species--Hunter takes a holistic approach to the process of
gardening with native plants. The book's main section provides
detailed accounts of 450 species of wildflowers, ferns, grasses,
vines, shrubs, and trees native to Tennessee and adjacent states.
These descriptions, arranged according to plant type, include both
scientific and common name, flowering and fruiting times,
propagation methods, soil and light requirements, and distribution
patterns within the state. Nearly 400 color photographs illustrate
the species discussions.
No other book designed for the home gardener includes such
area-specific information on native species or such a comprehensive
listing of plants. Appendixes refer readers to other sources of
information and seeds, including mail-order nurseries, botanical
gardens, state agencies, native plant organizations, and
subject-specific conferences. A detailed bibliography also
contributes to the reference value of this book for gardeners,
landscapers, and nature lovers throughout Tennessee and in
neighboring states.
The Author: Margie Hunter, a long-time volunteer at Cheekwood
Botanical Garden, lives in Nashville.
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