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Perennials for Minnesota and Wisconsin |  | Authors: Don Engebretson, Don Williamson
Publisher: Lone Pine Publishing
Category: Book
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Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 304220
Media: Paperback
Pages: 352
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6
ISBN: 1551053853
Dewey Decimal Number: 635.93209776
UPC: 779101053856
EAN: 9781551053851
ASIN: 1551053853
Publication Date: January 15, 2004
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Product Description
A man who is quickly becoming one of the best-known gardening personalities in the United States is coauthor of this colorful and authoritative guide to the perennials of the Upper Midwest. Don Engebretson, also known as the Renegade Gardener, has teamed with garden writer Don Williamson to craft a book packed with rich color photographs featuring more than 100 perennials and accompanied by lots of common-sense advice and useful information. You'll find planting tips, blooming periods and information on choosing plants for specific sites. The book also includes plant information charts that place a wealth of valuable information at your fingertips.
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 Wonderful for cool climate gardeners April 30, 2004
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Finally, after paging through piles of gardening guides, falling in love with flowers and then discovering they grow only in Zone 9-10, I came across this beautiful, handy book. Thoughtfully laid out, the book is an indispensible guide for those of us living in Zones 3-6. The authors are obviously well-versed in gardening in the upper Midwest and have put together this book with beautiful pictures and descriptions of the plants, as well as straight-forward thoughts on growing and maintaining the plants. The perfect book to study during the long cold winters and then take with to the nursery in the spring.
Excellent Resouce Book for all gardners August 2, 2005
J. Jones (Eyota, MN USA)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
This book is very user-friendly and full of helpful information for the amateur gardener, which I am. It is laid out in a very helpful manner and gives much information about each plant discussed, including personal experiences of the author with various perennials. It is filled with lovely color photographs of all the plants, as well as text about each one in alphabetical order. I would recommend it for anyone interested in learning about perennials that work in the climates of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
This book is a 'must have'. March 16, 2005
Sammy (Cottage Grove, MN)
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I've never written a review before, but I really love this book. Any gardener in Minnesota should have this one. It's full of beautiful color pictures and all the information you need to create your own borders: the height, spread and when to expect the bloom. The information is straight to the point and easy to reference.
A wonderful reference book for Minnesota perennial gardeners May 16, 2004
Sherry D. Johnson (Le Sueur, Minnesota)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
This book is so great! Finally a book that singles out the plants that are hardy specifically for the Minnesota garden. It has really helped me to plan my garden beds with confidence. A must if you are a starting out gardener.
For the Novice and the Experienced May 13, 2008
Trinityklm (Minnesota, United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I got into flower gardening three years ago and got this book. I barely knew the difference between a perennial and an annual at the time. It has been invaluable in helping me choose perennials for certain sites in my yard, as well as suggesting particular cultivars based on color, growth habit, etc. I also appreciate the extra information on continuing to care for the plants I choose, particularly about pruning, dead heading, and dividing.
I liked this book more than several others I have because there are no illustrations--only beautiful, full-color photos. I don't think an illustration is very helpful when trying to picture a new plant in my yard.
One criticism I have is that there are very few pictures that show the entire plant. Usually there is a close up of the leaves or blooms. I would appreciate being able to see what the plant would look like from farther away. I have the same complaint about perennial catalogs and websites, though, too.
My yard looks beautiful and I have gained a lot of confidence as a new flower gardener thanks in large part to this book. I would purchase an updated version should the author write one in the future.
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