The New Shade Garden Creating a Lush Oasis in the Age of Climate Change

There is a new generation of gardeners who are planting gardens not only for their visual beauty but also for their ability to reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. In The New Shade Garden, Ken Druse provides this generation with a comprehensive guide to creating a shade garden with an emphasis on the adjustments necessary for our changing climate. Druse offers advice for common problems facing today's gardeners, from addressing the deer situation to watering plants without stressing limited resources. Detailing all aspects of the gardening process, the book covers basic topics such as designing your own garden, pruning trees, preparing soil for planting, and the vast array of flowers and greenery that grow best in the shade. Perfect for new and seasoned gardeners alike, this wide-ranging encyclopedic manual provides all the information you need to start or improve upon your own shade garden.

ISBN:	9781617691041
Publisher:	Abrams Books
Imprint:	Stewart, Tabori & Chang
Published date:	08 May 2015
DEWEY:	712.6
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	256
Weight:	1524g
Height:	288mm
Width:	229mm
Spine width:	33mm

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