Growing Heirloom Flowers explains in simple terms how to grow the fullest, richest, and most aromatic blooms possible.
Heirloom flowers have stood the test of time. Prized for their
beauty ,
scent ,
hardiness , or other star qualities, these vintage varieties continue to capture our imaginations and decorate our gardens long after they first came to be. These flowers have experience, and now you can enjoy the experience of growing them.
In
Growing Heirloom Flowers, author Chris Mc Laughlin takes you on a tour of these alluring blooms, covering the benefits, challenges, growing requirements, and everything else you need to know about
more than 40 heirloom flowers .
Along the way, she offers
tips ,
tricks , and
creative projects for making the most of your heirloom garden, from
arranging and
preserving to dyes, drinks, and more. With a wealth of information and
stunning full-color photography , this book is the perfect guide to adding heirloom beauty to your life.
Über den Autor
Chris Mc Laughlin has been gardening for over 35 years and is the co-founder of northern California’s Laughing Crow & Company Flower & Fiber Farm. She has authored seven gardening books and has written for
From Scratch magazine, About.com, and Vegetable Gardener.com. In print, her work can be found in such magazines as
Heirloom Gardener,
Urban Farm,
Hobby Farm Home,
Herb Companion, and
Fine Gardening.
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