The bulk of this practical guide comprises a comprehensive directory of the most common trees and shrubs available. Entries include: background information on general characteristics, planting and care; a visual chart listing the most popular varieties and cultivars, with instantly-accessed information on blossom colour, height, spread, hardiness, moisture and sunlight requirements; seasonal guides indicating when the plant is in blossom and fruit; a table of plant care with concise advice on soil, site, general care, pruning and pests and diseases; and expert tip boxes. The book opens with a practical guide to essential gardening techniques, which covers: assessing your plot for soil quality, drainage, sun and shade; where to buy and how to tell if the plant is healthy; planting with rootballs, exposed roots and plants in containers; creative ideas for planting combinations; caring for shrubs throughout the year; when and how to prune; and increasing your stock with propagation techniques.
The book closes with a section on plant problems, comprising a trouble-shooting flow chart to help identify the problem and a directory of all the pests and diseases you are likely to do battle with.
- ISBN10 000714654X
- ISBN13 9780007146543
- Publish Date 3 March 2003
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 12 January 2007
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
- Imprint Collins
- Format Paperback
- Pages 160
- Language English
- URL http://harpercollins.co.uk