Covering GroundGround covers are a pretty and practical way to bring diversity, elegance, and durability to open sweeps of lawn. Give your landscape a vibrant new palette that is both sustainable and low-maintenance through plantings of herbs, shrubs, mosses, and more. Barbara W. Ellis provides a variety of full-color lawn designs and professional planting advice to get you started. You’ll be amazed as your ordinary lawn transforms into a striking display of color and texture. |
Contents
GETTING CREATIVE WITH GROUND COVERS | 8 |
1 ROLLING OUT THE CARPET | 11 |
2 PERFECT PLANTS FOR EVERY SITE | 67 |
3 PLANTING GROWING PROPAGATING | 185 |
USDA HARDINESS ZONE MAP | 210 |
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Covering Ground: Unexpected Ideas for Landscaping with Colorful, Low ... Barbara W. Ellis No preview available - 2007 |
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