Alpine Plants: A Practical Method for Growing the Rarer and More, Difficult Alpine Flowers (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

W. A. Clark

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1528073142 ISBN 13: 9781528073141

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Master the art of growing rare alpine flowers with confidence .

This practical guide explains how to choose soils, manage drainage, and place plants for the best rockery results.

From soil mixtures to seasonal care, it offers straightforward methods that help fragile alpines thrive. Learn why drainage matters, how to balance earth, sand, and loam, and how to top-dress for long-lasting performance in sun, shade, and varying rockery sites.

• Clear explanations of planting, soils, and positions for difficult alpine species.
• Step-by-step guidance on drainage, air access, and moisture management to boost plant health.
• Practical tips for top-dressing, winter protection, and seasonal maintenance.
• Advice on arranging plants in sandstone or limestone rockeries and on slopes.

Ideal for readers who want solid, no-nonsense techniques to grow rarer alpines successfully in home rock gardens.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528073142
• ISBN 13: 9781528073141
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 159