Tuesday, July 7, 2015

The Indestructible Houseplant: 200 Beautiful Plants That Everyone Can Grow

Tovah Martin, the undisputed Queen of Green, shows that anyone can grow healthy houseplants. It all boils down to a simple set of skills and—here’s the crucial part—picking the right plants. These tough but beautiful plants can thrive in less-than-ideal conditions, and they’re easy to find. You’ll also learn how to pot, repot, water, and fertilize; pick up some great ideas for fun, funky containers; and benefit from Tovah’s tips on how to display your plants to perk up a room. So get some indestructibles and start your indoor garden. As Tovah promises, “Life will be beautiful.”

Enlarge Image The New Shade Garden

Presents a comprehensive guide to creating a shade garden with emphasis on the adjustments necessary for a changing climate, offering advice on such subjects as sustainable watering, container gardening, and dealing with foraging animals.

Wednesday, July 1, 2015

The Plant Lover's Guide to Asters

Provides information on 100 different species of the daisy-shaped flowers, including helpful information on their growth and care and everything else a home gardener would need to introduce them into his or her garden.

The Plant Lover's Guide to Tulips

The Plant Lover’s Guides offer a rich source of information on both new and classic garden plants. Written by enthusiastic experts, they recommend the best varieties for different situations, inspire ideas for new plant combinations, and are packed with resources for the home gardener. These gorgeous guides celebrate the beauty of each plant and form a comprehensive library that every plant lover will want to own.