Black Plants: 75 Striking Choices for the Garden - Softcover
Synopsis
Striking, mysterious, sinister, and strange all describe the singular appeal of plants with black (or near-black) foliage, flowers, or fruit. For some gardeners, they are curiosities that yield a special thrill. For others, they are invaluable for providing contrast with brighter elements. Whatever the source of their somber magic, these dusky denizens of the plant kingdom are irresistible to anyone drawn to nature's more unusual manifestations. In this compact, accessible volume, PaulBonine profiles 75 of the most alluring black annuals, perennials, bulbs, and shrubs. Some of the plants - like agapanthus and lilies - are darker versions of familiar favorites, while others are rarities that will appeal to the most discerning collector. Each entry describes the plant's essential features and details the requirements for growth and care. Whether your taste runs to pansies, columbines, and sweet williams or to obscure orchids from the Andes, you'll find a host of intriguing choices in this beautifully illustrated, entertaining book. "Black Plants" is sure to haunt your dreams.
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Review
Black is not the first color that comes to mind when you think of plants. But as this beautiful guide makes clear, dark-hued leaves and flowers, from perennials to tropicals, have enormous appeal in a garden. --Martha Stewart Living
An invaluable guide for those leaning towards the opinion that black is the new green. --Nicholas Spencer, Financial Times
About the Author
Paul Bonine is co-owner of the wholesale nursery Xera Plants Inc. and has worked in the nursery industry in Oregon for almost two decades. In addition to consulting for NPR, various newspapers, radio, and television, Paul has written for several national gardening publications. Black Plants is his first book.
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- PublisherTimber Press
- Publication date2009
- ISBN 10 0881929816
- ISBN 13 9780881929812
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages160
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