Growing shrubs and small trees in cold climates / Debbie Lonnee ... [et al.].

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Lonnee, Debbie.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Ornamental shrubs--Snowbelt States.

Ornamental shrubs.

Ornamental shrubs--Canada.

Ornamental trees--Snowbelt States.

Ornamental trees.

Ornamental trees--Canada.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (449 p.)

Edition:

Rev. and updated ed., 1st University of Minnesota Press ed.

Place of Publication:

Minneapolis : University of Minnesota Press, c2011.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

This completely updated edition of ""Growing Shrubs and Small Trees in Cold Climates"" now features:. -more than 950 varieties proven to thrive in cold climates. -hundreds of new selections for multi-season interest. -trees and shrubs with edible fruits and berries. -guidance on exactly when, where, and how to prune. This easy-to-use guide provides all the information needed to select the trees and shrubs ideally suited to your area's growing conditions. A five-star rating system will help you choose the best plants, and detailed lists of suppliers show you where to locate them.

Contents:

Individual listings

Selecting shrubs and small trees

Selecting and preparing a site

Preparing the planting hole

Planting shrubs and small trees

Transplanting

Caring for shrubs and small trees

Solving problems

Propagating shrubs and small trees

Special uses for shrubs and small trees

Tools and supplies.

Notes:

"Originally published in 2001 by Contemporary Books."

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

0-8166-7887-1

OCLC:

749264611