Shade-Loving Garden: Plan, Plant, and Grow for Darker Areas

A Delightful Celebration of Shade Gardening: Unveiling the Beauty of Over 300 Perennials, Annuals, Bulbs, Ferns, Ornamental Grasses, and Climbing Plants Thriving in the Absence of Direct Sunlight

The shaded garden can be a soothing sanctuary that even the most ardent sun worshipper can embrace on a scorching summer day. But how does one nurture plants in a space where trees and shrubs shield the sun's rays? In this captivating volume, garden expert Larry Hodgson reveals the secrets to creating a lush and enchanting garden teeming with flora that will flourish in the shade.

The first section of the book delves into the fundamentals of shade gardening, including planning, planting, and problem-solving strategies. Readers will discover how to utilize shade-tolerant grasses and groundcovers to tame the root-filled areas beneath trees, uncover solutions for dry shade and heavy needle and leaf drop, and learn what to do when a tree falls and a shade garden is suddenly exposed to the sun.

The second part of the book is dedicated to an encyclopedic exploration of shade-loving plants. Accompanied by expert designs for five distinct types of shaded gardens, Making the Most of Shade is a remarkable gardening title by the acclaimed author of Perennials for Every Purpose, which Susan McClure, the author of Easy-Care Perennial Gardens, praised as "a treasure... the next best thing to having a friendly expert whispering in your ear as you plan, plant, and perfect your perennial garden."

This gorgeous celebration of the shade garden showcases nearly 300 perennials, annuals, bulbs, ferns, ornamental grasses, and climbing plants that will thrive in the absence of direct sunlight. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a newcomer to the art of shade gardening, this book will inspire and guide you in creating a lush, enchanting oasis that provides a soothing retreat from the sun's glare.

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