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Native Plants for High Elevation Western Gardens,New
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This new edition of Native Plants for HighElevation Western Gardens is an invaluable guide to native plants for gardeners who live in the highaltitude regions of the American West (5,000 feet and above). Despite such challenges as weather extremes and water shortages, these 150 plants are lowmaintenance favorites, having been carefully cultivated and tested by the staff of the Arboretum at Flagstaff in Arizona. Plants included are perennials, grasses, bulbs, vines, ferns, and ground covers, providing a wide variety of options for both the novice and seasoned gardener.Native Plants includes the following: Comprehensive information on how to plant and nurture each species, as well as how to maintain your native garden Fullcolor photographs of each plant Descriptions detailing the natural history, features, and cultivation information Sidebars about unusual plants, an annotated zone map, reading list, and list of native plant sourcesJanice Busco has twentyfive years of experience with Western native plants as an environmental horticulturist, consultant, and educator. She is an active member of the Arizona Native Plant Society and the International Plant Propagation Society. Busco lives and gardens in Arizona.Nancy R. Morin was director of the Arboretum at Flagstaff for five years, and before that was assistant director of the Missouri Botanical Garden and executive director of the American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta. Morin has been one of the major editors for Flora of North America for more than twentyfive years.
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- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Native Plants for High Elevation Western Gardens'? A: This book serves as a comprehensive guide to native plants suitable for high-altitude regions of the American West, specifically focusing on areas above 5,000 feet.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Janice Busco, an experienced environmental horticulturist, and Nancy R. Morin, who has held significant roles in botanical gardens and arboreta.
- Q: What types of plants are included in the book? A: The book features 150 species, including perennials, grasses, bulbs, vines, ferns, and ground covers, providing diverse options for gardeners.
- Q: Is this book suitable for novice gardeners? A: Yes, the book offers valuable information for both novice and seasoned gardeners, making it accessible to anyone interested in high-elevation gardening.
- Q: What kind of information does the book provide about each plant? A: Each plant entry includes comprehensive planting and nurturing instructions, as well as maintenance tips for a thriving native garden.
- Q: Are there any visual aids in the book? A: Yes, the book includes full-color photographs of each plant, enhancing understanding and identification.
- Q: Does the book contain additional resources for gardeners? A: Yes, it features sidebars with information on unusual plants, an annotated zone map, a reading list, and sources for obtaining native plants.
- Q: What is the book's condition and binding type? A: The book is in very good condition and is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Native Plants for High Elevation Western Gardens' published? A: The book was published on May 27, 2003.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 368 pages.