The Flower Gardener s Bible: A Complete Guide to Colorful Blooms All Season Long: 400 Favorite Flowers, Time-Tested Techniques, Creative Garden Designs, and a Lifetime of Gardening Wisdom

Lewis Hill

ISBN 10: 1580174620 / ISBN 13: 9781580174626

Published by Workman Publishing, 2003

About this Item

2003. Illustrated. Paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Seller Inventory # V9781580174626

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Flower Gardener s Bible: A Complete Guide to Colorful Blooms All Season Long: 400 Favorite Flowers, Time-Tested Techniques, Creative Garden Designs, and a Lifetime of Gardening Wisdom
• Publisher: Workman Publishing
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1580174620
• ISBN 13: 9781580174626
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Create the flower garden of your dreams with this comprehensive guide that includes expert advice on everything from choosing an appropriate growing site to maximizing the lifespan of your plants. 

Charming illustrations and photographs accompany helpful tips on how to improve soil, fight off pests, and make all your flowers bloom with radiant color. Lewis and Nancy Hill will guide you through every aspect of flower gardening.  

With this complete reference book, you’ll find: 

• Advice on planning and preparing your site
• Inspirational designs for 23 gorgeous theme gardens
• An encyclopedia of more than 400 plants, including characteristics and caretaking tips 

 

Whether you’re a beginning gardener or a seasoned florist, The Flower Gardener’s Bible is a useful resource that will help you keep your garden healthy and beautiful for years to come.  

About the Author

The late Lewis Hill, a beloved and best-selling Storey author, grew more than 20,000 trees on his farm in Greensboro, Vermont. He was also a member of the National Christmas Tree Association and the New Hampshire-Vermont Christmas Tree Association.

Nancy Hill is the co-author of many gardening books including The Flower Gardener’s Bible and The Lawn and Garden Owner’s Manual. She lives in Vermont. 


Award-winning photographer Joseph De Sciose is an award-winning photographer whose work has appeared in numerous books and magazines, including The New York Times Magazine, Country Living Gardener, House & Garden, and Country Home.