Planting: A New Perspective

ISBN: 1604693703

Author: Kingsbury, Noel

Condition: New

Indispensable. -The New York Times Book ReviewPiet Oudolfs gardens-unique combinations of long-lived perennials and woody plants that are rich in texture and sophisticated in color-are breathtaking and have deep emotional resonance. With Planting, designers and home gardeners can recreate these plant-rich, beautiful gardens that support biodiversity and nourish the human spirit.An intimate knowledge of plants is essential to the success of modern landscape design, and Planting shares Oudolfs considerable understanding of plant ecology, explaining how plants behave in different situations, what goes on underground, and which species make good neighbors. Extensive plant charts and planting plans will help you choose plants for their structure, color, and texture. A detailed directory shares details like each plants life expectancy, the persistence of its seedheads, and its propensity to self-seed.

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