A quick-reference guide to planting perennials for gardeners with
little experience and time
Choosing perennials for a garden can be a daunting task, considering
that there are thousands of choices. Yarrow? Columbine? Aster? To make
the selection easier, this guide profiles the easiest-to-grow and
best-performing perennials for both sunny and shady locations. Each
plant is shown in a beautiful color photo for easy identification. The
photo is accompanied by information on where and how to grow the
featured plant, along with horticultural tips to assist in making the
perennial-gardening adventure an enjoyable endeavor. From controlling
pesky bugs and deadheading to staking tall plants and taking root
cuttings, everything a beginning gardener or new homeowner needs to
start a garden is here. This colorful, photo-filled book takes the
guesswork out of gardening. No trial and error--get it right the first
time!