The American Horticultural Society Encyclopedia of Gardening
Christopher Brickell
From Books to Give ~ Books to Love®, Alexandria, VA, U.S.A.
AbeBooks Seller Since August 16, 2019
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Quantity: 1About this Item
This tome, billing itself as "the definitive practical guide to gardening techniques, planning, and maintenance" lives up to its name both in its encyclopedic nature and in its definitiveness. With over 600 pages and over 3,000 color photographs, this book is full of page after page after page of useful information. Split into 2 parts, "Creating the garden" and "Maintaining the garden," the book guides gardeners through every step in the process. From planning and design to information about different types of gardens and plants, the first section answers any possible question a beginning gardener could have. Part 2 covers tools, equipment, greenhouses, climate, soils and fertilizers, propagation, and more, as well as a list of possible plant problems and how to control them. Each page is replete with pictures and illustrations, including over 400 step-by-step photo sets illustrating techniques. A gorgeous book and fundamental resource. Very Good; one quarter-inch closed tear. Seller Inventory # 358
Bibliographic Details
Title: The American Horticultural Society ...
Publisher: Doring Kindersley, New York
Publication Date: 1993
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Near Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
Edition: First American Edition.
About this title
The text is straightforward and accompanied at all points by close-up photos of techniques, ideas, and specimens. The handy glossary is ready with definitions for everything from bulblet to vermiculite, and two pages of seasonal reminders are a great quick-reference cheat sheet. Thanks to clear category separations and the easy-to-read layout, the information is never overwhelming, just friendly and helpful--it's like having a master gardener living in your bookshelf! For the beginning-but-committed gardener, this encyclopedia is the perfect starting point. With every question answered thoroughly and accurately, you may find it's the only book you need for years to come. The fruit and vegetable sections are terrific, as are the areas on propagation and water gardening. For novice and expert alike, there's plenty to be learned from this information-packed volume. --Jill Lightner
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