The Wild Gardener: On Flowers and Foliage for the Natural Border
In this modern classic of gardening, noted author and artist Peter Loewer explores native American plants for the wild garden, whether it's a green sanctuary in the midst of a concrete landscape or a natural area on the edge of virgin forest. The book includes reliable information on cultivating and propagating the best wildflowers and shrubs and offers curious folklore and historical footnotes on wild flora and fauna. |
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Contents
TRAILING ARBUTUS SHORTIA GALACIFOLIA | 45 |
FERNS FOR THE WILD GARDEN EARWIGS | 52 |
SLIMY THINGS AND SUCKERS | 60 |
SPIDERS IN THE GARDEN | 72 |
MOSSES AND LICHENS | 78 |
DRAGONFLIES | 87 |
FLOWERS OF AUGUST | 157 |
A GIANT WILDFLOWER ST FIACRE | 170 |
THOSE WILD AMERICANS | 179 |
HORSE BALM BERRY | 185 |
MONKSHOOD FOOD FOR THE BIRDS | 216 |
BOTTLE BLUE WHATS IN A NAME? | 225 |
Sources for Plants | 242 |
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The Wild Gardener: On Flowers and Foliage for the Natural Border H. Peter Loewer No preview available - 1991 |
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