Collins Practical Gardener - Architectural Plants: Ferns, Palms, Hostas and Yuccas

Architectural plants are plants that make a bold statement in the garden, such as ferns, palms, bamboos and cacti. Usually exotic, they are grown for their strong shape and year-round presence. Gardening with architectural plants is one of the fastest growing areas of horticulture in Britain. The bulk of this guide comprises a comprehensive directory of the most common architectural plants available for growing. Each entry includes: background information on general characteristics, planting and care; a table of plant care with easily accessed advice on soil, site, watering, pruning, general care and pests and diseases; colour-coded icons to indicate hardiness; and expert tip boxes. The book opens with a practical guide to essential gardening techniques, which covers: assessing your plot for soil quality, drainage, sun and shade; where to buy and how to tell if the plant is healthy; advice for planting trees and plants; creative ideas for planting combinations; specialist care for architectural plants throughout the year, including winter protection, brown bitting and pruning; and increasing stock with propagation techniques.The book closes with a section on plant problems, which includes a trouble-shooting chart to identify the problem and a directory of pests and diseases.

Title - Collins Practical Gardener - Architectural Plants: Ferns, Palms, Hostas and Yuccas

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Author - Christine Shaw

ISBN 13 - 9780007146550

Imprint - Collins

Publisher - HarperCollins Publishers

Date Published - 03/03/2003

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Binding Type - Paperback

Dimensions - 189 x 246 x mm

Weight - 517 g

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