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- Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Company (1 Mar 1984)
- ISBN-10: 0395353971
- ISBN-13: 978-0395353974
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 17.8 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 5,525,618 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Long considered required reading for shade gardeners, this classic reference has been recognized by the American Horticulture Society as one of the '75 Great American Garden Books.' American Gardener 20020731 The author's down-to-earth approach is not only highly credible, but also very entertaining. -- Marge Howard-Jones California Garden 20020924 Has a huge amount of information well written by someone with obvious hands-on experience. Compass 20021115 Schenk writes as though he is talking to you, and encourages you to use the necessary sequence of steps for success. -- Marty Figley Michigan Observer and Eccentric 20021031 Having grown several thousand plants in his New Zealand and North American gardens, the author's down-to-earth approach is not only highly credible, but also very entertaining. -- Marge Howard-Jones California Garden 20021022 The bilssful charm and grace of easeful green shade is echoed in the casual, lighthearted humour of the author's approach. -- Helen Chesnut Victoria Times Colonist 20021212 This classic reference book for shade gardens is very comprehensive. -- Bobbie Schwartz Buckeye 20020127 A treasure. Perennials 20030225 This book is a practical guide to planting a shade garden, but goes beyond that to help the gardener make the results aesthetically pleasing. -- Barbara Joe Hoshizaki Los Angeles International Fern Society Journal 20030218 An exceptional, well-written and organized guide to shade gardening for atmosphere, beauty, and personal satisfaction... An excellent gardening resource and a welcome, practical, highly recommended addition to personal and professional gardening reference collections. Library Bookwatch 20030422 A wonderfully written encyclopedia of shade plants. -- George Graine Virginia Master Gardeners Association Report 20030630 I wish that I had had (this book) to advise me forty years ago when we bought our property ... (Schenk's) plant lists are valuable for gardeners everywhere--even in the desert. -- John R. Dunmire Pacific Horticulture 20031106 This well-done book is written with knowledge and understanding. It is the best shade gardening book I've ever read. -- Natalie Walsh Schenectady Daily Gazette 20031009 This is the classic reference for shade gardening. Alberta Gardener 20041116 My first introduction to gardening for interest other than flowers. I'll always remember his comment about arranging a garden as though it were a party with plants and to make it look like all the plants are having fun. -- Victoria Shallow Spring Affair News 20050322
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This classic and indispensable reference for shade gardening is now back in print. Long considered required reading for those with difficult low-light areas, it covers the basics literally from the ground up, leading the gardener through the creation of his or her own shady retreat. Part One concerns the art and science of a shade garden, from preparing the soil, to pruning, to considering different 'shades of shade' (does your favorite bed lie in dappled shade or high shade?). Part Two, which details information on growing the plant, is neatly arranged in sections according to the type of plant. These descriptions are casual, to the point, and often humorous. The sago palm, for example, 'will put you in touch with paleobotany'. Selected photographs and line drawings both illustrate and inspire.
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A sunny garden, with its patterns of light and flowers, is a room that stimulates the viewer. Read the first page
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Format:Paperback
this is one of the best books for shade gardening, it has and easy to follow contents and with a
good plant lists for each type of planting areas but the nursery list are of no use as only lists usa nurserys
good plant lists for each type of planting areas but the nursery list are of no use as only lists usa nurserys
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Valuable resource for the gardener
7 May 2000
Format:Paperback
This book is the bible of shade gardening. (I bought apaper-back version in 1985 ........, and have used ever since.) A big Walnut Tree shades my back yard and I alternately curse and bless it. I want a cool patio on a hot summer afternoon, but the Walnut tree makes gardening a challenge. Using Schenk's book, I have learned how to grow pleasing and pretty plants in the dry shade under it.
Probably the best part of Schenk's book is his discussion of trees and shrubs. Many gardeners, even experienced ones, pay the least amount of attention to the trees affecting the ground they are trying to cultivate. Trees do matter. Some trees create more problems than others. Most of us discover too late that Maple trees are not the gardeners' best friend. (Those cute little maple trees from the Japanese hybridists are a possible exception.) Mr. Schenk shares many good thoughts on making a beautiful, not just passable garden under your shade tree(s).
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
The Complete Shade Gardener
11 April 2000
Format:Paperback
This is an excellent resource for any gardener. Well written, practical advice on all aspects of shade gardening, planning, planting & care. It includes lists of plants & their descriptions, uses, & requirements, subdivided between trees,shrubs,perennials & annuals. Also good examples of shady gardens & imaginative ideas.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
A must have reference for the shade gardener!
28 Sep 2001
Format:Paperback
If you a looking for a pretty picture book - this is not it. It does have a nice color picture section in the middle however.
If you are looking for an indispensable reference to shade gardening - this is your book! It has detailed information on growing the plants, neatly arranged in sections according to type of plant. Highly recommended for the shade gardener.
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