The ultimate container gardener : all you need to know to create plantings for spring, summer, autumn, and winter
Donaldson, Stephanie2012
Book
This title contains all you need to know to create plantings for spring, summer, autumn and winter. It includes: practical ideas for creating 150 beautiful containers of all kinds, from hanging baskets and window boxes to terracotta pots and stone troughs; step-by-step instructions for choosing plants, preparing containers and planting displays the whole year round; fantastic ideas for making, creating or adapting your own containers, including painting terracotta pots and converting watering cans; beautiful designs in both traditional and contemporary styles all shown in over 1400 bright, clear photographs; and perfect guidance for the beginner as well as a source of fresh inspiration for the experienced gardener. For gardeners who want easy projects with stunning floral results, this guide to successful container gardening, both outside and inside, offer the perfect answer.
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Author:
Imprint:
Wigston, Leicestershire : Southwater, 2012, c2012.Wigston, Leicestershire : Southwater, 2012.©2012.
Collation:
256 pages : chiefly colour illustrations ; 29 cm.
Notes:
Includes index.
Contents:
The Techniques -- Decorating Containers -- The Planting Projects -- Colour Schemes for Containers -- Seasonal Planters -- Edible Collections -- Scented Collections -- Difficult Situations -- Inspirational Containers -- The Young Container Gardener -- Indoor Containers -- Plant guide.
ISBN:
9781780190877
Dewey class:
635.986
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
85558
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| East Melbourne Library | -Home and Lifestyle | HOME 635.986 DONA | Available |