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More copies of this ISBN:Rock Garden Design and Constructionby North American Rock
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Few gardens can transport visitors to wild and rugged landscapes as well as rock gardens. Eye-catching rock gardens are among the most challenging and#8212; and satisfying and#8212; expressions of the gardener's craft. A true rock garden is a specialized habitat that allows the gardener to grow plants that do not flourish anywhere else. This book offers the first comprehensive treatment of building rock gardens in all parts of North America. Topics covered include rock placement, materials, and planting and maintenance. Variations on the rock garden theme, from planting troughs to creating water features are also discussed. The book presents regional styles and techniques and profiles a dozen public rock gardens from Oregon to Newfoundland. More than 100 inspiring photos accompany the lively text. Book News Annotation:Members of the North American Rock Garden Society introduce the
aesthetics and pragmatics of this popular style of gardening for
diverse conditions. They include details on noteworthy public
gardens, color photos, soil information, and an annotated
bibliography. McGary, who gardens near Portland, Oregon, edits the
Rock Garden Quarterly.
Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Review:andquot;Lovely examples of berm, scree, and xeric gardens, both public and private, with a welcome emphasis on the aesthetics of integrating these various contrivances, from rock outcroppings to expanses of gravels, into the larger garden picture.andquot; and#8212;Horticulture, June 2004 Synopsis:Offers the first comprehensive treatment of building rock gardens in all parts of North America. Topics covered include rock placement, materials, and planting and maintenance. Synopsis:A wonderful guidebook for those considering starting a rock garden. A comprehensive treatment on design, styles, materials, and planting, with profiles of a dozen public rock gardens in the United States and Canada. Synopsis:Includes bibliographical references (p. 298-305) and index.
About the AuthorThe North American Rock Garden Society, with members throughout the world, is devoted to all aspects of growing plants in rock gardens: what they are, where to obtain them, and where to observe them in the wild. The society publishes Rock Garden Quarterlyand holds national meetings; more than 30 local chapters in the United States and Canada convene regularly. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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