Perennials for Ontario
- Publisher
- Lone Pine Publishing
- Initial publish date
- Jan 2001
- Category
- Perennials, Reference, Canada
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Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9781551052625
- Publish Date
- Jan 2001
- List Price
- $21.95
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Description
Perennial gardening can be easy, fun and rewarding, especially when you have this beautifully illustrated guide at your fingertips. With detailed accounts of 86 different species, along with information on 520 recommended varieties, hybrids and cultivars perfect for Ontario gardens, this book takes the guesswork out of perennial gardening. The authors share their common sense and practical advice to help you transform any patch of ground into a spectacular garden you can enjoy year after year: * Flower and foliage colors * Height and spread ranges * Blooming periods * How and when to start your plants * Planting strategies * Light, water and nutrient needs * Choosing the best perennials for different growing conditions * Over 470 colour photographs.
About the authors
MARIANNE BINETTI writes a syndicated gardening column that reaches over a million readers. Her lighthearted and fun approach to gardening also appeals to TV and radio audiences. Marianne has a degree in Horticulture from Washington State University and lectures extensively to gardening groups.