Coastal Gardening in the Pacific Northwest: From Northern California to British Columbia, Paperback
de: Carla Albright
Publicat de: Taylor Trade Publishing
Anunta-ma cand revine pe stoc!Part how-to guide, part workbook, and part plant encyclopedia, Coastal Gardening in the Pacific Northwest: From Northern California to British Columbia is the must-have reference book for both experienced gardeners moving to the coast and novice gardeners currently living near the shore. Along with basic information about soil construction, plant selection, and watering needs, Coastal Gardening in the Pacific Northwest includes a workbook that will help you record the unique elements of the coast-wind, salt spray, and sun exposure-and design the garden of your dreams. Master Gardener Carla Albright provides valuable suggestions for vegetables, roses, trees, shrubs, and perennials hearty enough to thrive on the coast, as well as plants that are best avoided. Tips for choosing plants and controlling disease and insects will help you keep your coastal gardening looking its best. Ready for a break? Put down your trowel and take a trip to some of the coastal public gardens listed in the travel guide. These beautiful gardens will provide you with endless ideas that you can try in your own garden.
About the AuthorCarla Albright is an Oregon State Master Gardener as well as a Penn State Master Gardener who writes a gardening column for the Tillamook Headlight Herald. She teaches an OSU Master Gardener class and works as a professional gardener in several coastal gardens in Oregon. Albright's floral and landscape photos have been published in several Pennsylvania magazines.
General | |
Anul | 2007 |
Autor | Carla Albright |
Categoria | Pacific Northwest (or, Wa) |
Cod de bare | 9781589793170 |
Editie | Paperback |
Editura | Taylor Trade Publishing |
Dimensiuni | 254 x 178.3 |
ISBN | 158979317X |
Limba | Engleza |
Pagini | 250, 217 |
Format | Brosata |