The complete book of ground covers : 4000 plants that reduce maintenance, control erosion, and beautify the landscape / Gary Lewis.
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TextPublisher: Portland, Oregon : Timber Press, 2022Copyright date: ©2022Description: 455 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cmISBN: - 1604694602
- 9781604694604
- 4000 plants that reduce maintenance, control erosion, and beautify the landscape
- Four thousand plants that reduce maintenance, control erosion, and beautify the landscape
- SB432 .L49 2022
| Item type | Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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| Lending Books | Elisabeth C. Miller Library Pacific Northwest Connections Collection | SB432 .L49 2022 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | 39352800190290 |
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction to ground covers -- Planning for success: selection, planting, care, maintenance, and propagation -- Designing with ground covers -- Ground covers A-Z.
"Ground covers are an essential part of any garden-they suppress weeds, mask problem areas, and knit different parts of the garden together. Yet only a handful of old standbys are commonly used, resulting in dull, unimaginative landscapes. In reality, there are thousands of exciting, garden-worthy plants that make excellent ground covers-people just don't know about them. This comprehensive reference will provide both essential information and photographs for approximately 4000 outstanding plants. Also included will be information on planting, care and maintenance, propagation, and design, making the book an essential tool for designers and nursery professionals"--