Making the Most of Shade: How to Plan, Plant, and Grow a Fabulous Garden that Lightens Up the ShadowsCelebrate shade! That's author Larry Hodgson's call to gardeners everywhere, no matter if you have a small shady corner or an entire landscape overshadowed by trees. His hands-on "been there, done that" advice will help you tackle planning, planting, and problem-solving, as well as create color, texture, and light-filled areas in the shade. He also shares more than 200 outstanding plants - perennials, annuals, bulbs, ferns, ornamental grasses, and climbing plants - that you can use to create a beautiful garden that will flourish under shady conditions. In fact, after reading Making the Most of Shade, even the gardener with the sunniest yard will want to create a shady nook!--COVER. |
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Making the Most of Shade: How to Plan, Plant, and Grow a Fabulous Garden ... Larry Hodgson No preview available - 2005 |
Making the Most of Shade: How to Plan, Plant, and Grow a Fabulous Garden ... Larry Hodgson No preview available - 2005 |
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Page 402 - It is now recognized as the best indicator of minimum temperatures available. Look at the map to find your area, then match its pattern to the key at the right.
Page 402 - When you've found your color, the key will tell you what hardiness zone you live in. Remember that the map is a general guide; your particular conditions may vary.