Container Gardening by Numbers
50 Stunning and Easy-to-follow Designs
Published on 15. April 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-0-600-60805-9 (ISBN)
Description
An instant way to add glamour and appeal to your garden without breaking the bank, this practical guide has everything you need to know about container gardening, from choosing plants to grouping pots. It contains over 50 original plans for hanging baskets, pots and window boxes accompanied by detailed illustrations and plant features.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Octopus Publishing Group
Illustrations
100 colour illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 230 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
540 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-600-60805-9 (9780600608059)
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Person
Bob Purnell runs a nursery and writes for national gardening magazines including BBC Gardeners' World Magazine, The English Garden and Garden Answers. He also broadcasts every week on BBC local radio.
Content
Introduction Selecting containers - Choosing plants - Understanding the needs of a plant in a container - Siting and grouping containers - Problem page Chapter One: A gallery of planted pots A selection of easy to re-create planting ideas, variously themed, offering a little something for everyone. This ranges from classic collections of colourful annuals to potted edibles and cool plants for hot spots. Also included are seasonal variations and options for different aspects. A range of recommended plants are highlighted in their own panels. Chapter Two: A gallery of planted troughs and window boxes As above, but with the emphasis on cramming plants into smaller, more restricted spaces such as window ledges. Chapter Three: A gallery of hanging baskets High-rise recipes for hanging baskets with seasonal variations and suggestions for different colour schemes.