The most comprehensive, entertaining, down-to-earth one-volume gardening reference ever, and highly praised: "Barbara Damrosch delivers the goods."--"Chicago Tribune" "Best of the crop."--"House Beautiful" "Barbara Damrosch's writing has the snap of a good snowpea and the spice of an old rose."--"The Seattle Times/Post Intelligencer" "Covers just about everything you could think of and then some." -- "The Atlanta Journal-Constitution" "An extraordinarily comprehensive guide." -- "The San Francisco Examiner-Chronicle" ...
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The most comprehensive, entertaining, down-to-earth one-volume gardening reference ever, and highly praised: "Barbara Damrosch delivers the goods."--"Chicago Tribune" "Best of the crop."--"House Beautiful" "Barbara Damrosch's writing has the snap of a good snowpea and the spice of an old rose."--"The Seattle Times/Post Intelligencer" "Covers just about everything you could think of and then some." -- "The Atlanta Journal-Constitution" "An extraordinarily comprehensive guide." -- "The San Francisco Examiner-Chronicle" "Takes your soaring visions of garden splendor and plants them firmly in the ground."--"The Toronto Star" Now the beloved classic is revised front-to-back. The new edition has gone 100% organic, which in Barbara Damrosch's hands also means completely accessible. It reflects the latest research on plants, soils, tools, and techniques. There is updated and expanded information on planning a garden, recommended plants, and best tools. Ecological issues are addressed much more extensively, covering lawn alternatives, the benefits of native species, wildlife-friendly gardens, and how to avoid harmful invasive species. More attention is paid to plants appropriate to the South, Southwest, and West Coast, while cold-climate gardeners are given detailed advice on how to extend the growing season. Simply put, the book is a richer and fuller compendium than ever before, with more text, more illustrations and garden plans, expanded plant lists, and gardener's resources. But Barbara Damrosch's core of practical, creative ideas and friendly style remain--she is still an "old-fashioned dirt gardener" at heart.
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Funk, Linda Heppes, and Maher, Ray, and Bolt, Carol. Good in good dust jacket. There are some spots on the edges of the text block. Except for a smudge on the FFEP, the text appears unread. Stickers are attached to the front and rear of the jacket. The top edge of the jacket is lightly worn. Glued binding. Cloth over boards. With dust jacket. 820 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white, Maps. Audience: General/trade.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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I bought this book a few months ago and it fast became one of my favorite gardening books. I have recommended it to other gardeners as a good beginners guide as well as a good seasoned gardeners handbook. The author writes in an easy to read style; she makes it easy to look things up you need to know NOW. She covers everything from flowers to vegetables. My copy is already alittle dogeared.
sdisney
Oct 29, 2009
One of the essential guides for gardening'
I highly recommend the book for the beginner or the experienced gardener.
Readingtoknow
May 14, 2009
Complete
This is the best gardening book I have found. I highly recommend it.