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Here are some more great gift ideas for Michigan gardeners.
The Michigan Gardener's Companion: An Insider's Guide to Gardening in the Great Lakes State by Rita C. Henehan (Author)
Paperback: 192 pages
Publisher: Globe Pequot; 1st edition (January 1, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0762745096
ISBN-13: 978-0762745098
Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.6 inches
Grow a garden bountiful and beautiful. The Michigan Gardener’s Companion is your guide to cultivating a successful garden in the Great Lakes State. Whether you are an experienced green thumb or a curious novice, whether you live in the Upper or Lower Peninsula, near a Great Lakes shoreline, or inland, this easy-to-understand guide helps you grow plentiful vegetables, abundant flowers, and lush lawns. Learn all about:
- What’s in your Michigan soil and how to improve it
- How to extend your growing season
- Plant varieties proven to thrive in your climate, Zone 3 through Zone 6
- Garden design basics—plus which Michigan gardens to visit for more great design ideas
- Ways to combat insect pests, plant diseases, and invasive plants
- Local sources of hands-on assistance with gardening questions
Photo courtesy of Trails Books
Design Your Natural Midwest Garden by Patricia Hill (Illustrator)
Perfect Paperback: 240 pages
Publisher: Trails Books; 1 edition (April 30, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1931599815
ISBN-13: 978-1931599818
Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 8.8 x 0.5 inches
Gardening with native species is low-maintenance, good for the environment, and yields stunning results. Award-winning garden designer Patricia Hill shows you how to combine varieties that are perfect for the soils and climates of the upper Midwest into beautiful arrangements for every space around your home.
There are more gardening book gift ideas to come.
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