The Plant Lover's Guide to Ferns (The Plant Lover’s Guides)
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| Rating | : | 4.96 (741 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1604694742 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 252 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-08-27 |
| Language | : | English |
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“Sure to get you down on your hands and knees.” —New York Times Book Review “Their abundant expertise is evident in the detailed descriptions…visually, the book is stunning.” —Garden Design “All the knowledge these two fern fanciers accumulated over their years of study are beautifully presented in The Plant Lover’s Guide to Ferns.” —Seattle Times “This slim volume offers the pteridomaniac just the right amount of inspiration and information to keep them on track.” —Pacific Horticulture “If you live in Western Washington and you like plants, you need this book. I am so inspired that I intend to fill a single large container with my favorite fern—as soon as I can decide which fern in this book is my favo
Jorgito Simão said The Plant Lover's Guide to always an excellent series!. Nice reference book. Good pictures. Suggestions of use and cultivation. The other titles of this collection I gave 5 stars. I guess this book could have more interesting pictures. Although it can be easily recomended.. Five Stars Excellent book with so many good pictures.. Excellent book for gardeners Great reference for any gardener interested in ferns. Well written, and easy to read.
Perfect for containers, borders, layered gardens, foliage accents, and shady areas, ferns come in a range of colors and varieties. The Plant Lover’s Guide to Ferns, by fern enthusiasts Richie Steffen and Sue Olsen, is packed with information on these reliable plants. The book includes profiles for 134 plants, with information on growth and propagation, advice on using ferns in garden design, and lists of where to buy the plants and where to view them in public gardens.. Ferns are easy to grow and readily available in big box stores, garden centers, and mail-order nurseries, making them a popular ornamental among new and advanced gardeners