Complete Guide to Flower Gardening (U)

Complete information on planning, designing, planting and caring for flower gardens. Offers garden plans for country, traditional, and naturalistic gardens adaptable to any location and color scheme. More than 700 lush color photos and illustrations offer both inspiration and instruction. Encyclopedia features more than 450 species of flowers, ornamental grasses, and ferns. Profiles flower gardeners from across the country who share their secrets for success. Includes a handy list of mail-order nurseries, plus frost date and hardiness zone maps. The experts at Better Homes and Gardens present a comprehensive encyclopedia of 450 plants, featuring photo; description; size, light, climate, and soil and moisture requirements; information on planting and propagation, special care needs, pests, and diseases; and garden design. 630 color photos; 75 full-color illustrations, including 24 garden plans; 25 one-color illustrations.