Seascape Gardening From New England to the Carolinas

Name: Seascape Gardening From New England to the Carolinas
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ISBN: 9781580175333

ISBN-10: 1580175333

ISBN-13: 9781580175333

Edition: 2006

Authors: Anne Halpin, Roger Foley, Roger Foley, Roger Foley

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Gardening by the sea is unlike any other gardening experience in the world. The gentle, misty light, moderate climate, and natural beauty of the coast only make seaside gardens more beautiful. Add to that the pleasant memories of summers spent by the sea as a child, and the allure is irresistible for most any gardener or ocean-lover. But aside from the scenic landscape and romantic setting are serious challenges to be overcome. The East Coast is known for its extreme weather-storms blow in during the winter with gale-force winds, spraying sand and salt on every plant in their path. Even during the summer, high winds, fierce sun, and periods of drought challenge the toughest plants.…

Book details

List price: $35.00
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
Publication date: 5/1/2006
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 224
Size: 9.50" wide x 9.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 2.332
Language: English




Coastal Conditions


A Snapshot of the Seashore, from North to South


Changes in the Land


Salt Spray and Gale-force Winds


Seeking Shelter



Planning and Design


Finding the Best Site


What Kind of Garden?


A Sense of Place


Working with Color


Outdoor Living


Structures and Hardscape


Creating Sheltered Places


Improving the Soil


Deciding What to Grow


Gardening in Containers



Planting and Maintenance


Planting Guidelines


Watering


Fertilizing and Soil Care


Mulching


Deadheading and Pruning


Controlling Pests and Diseases


Winterizing the Garden



Garden Profiles


Preserving a Historic Garden


Tapestry on a Ledge


Classic Flowers Near the Water's Edge


A Seaside Retreat


Making the Most of a Narrow Lot


One Garden, Many Styles


Capturing a View


A Secret Garden by the Sea


Floating on a Meadow


Designing with Nature


Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright



Top Seaside Plants


Understanding Environmental Conditions


Making Good Choices


Trees and Shrubs


Perennials


Annuals and Tender Perennials


Ornamental Grasses


Vines and Ground Covers


Acknowledgments


Additional photo credits


Garden design credits


USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map


Index