Rock Gardens: How to Make and Maintain Them

By Lewis B. Meredith and Meredith Lewis B

Book Overview

Rock Gardens How to Make and Maintain Them is a comprehensive guidebook written by Lewis B. Meredith. The book is designed to educate readers on how to create and maintain beautiful rock gardens. The author provides detailed information on the different types of rocks, soils, and plants that are suitable for rock gardens. The book also includes step-by-step instructions on how to design and construct rock gardens, including tips on soil preparation, plant selection, and maintenance. In addition, the book covers topics such as the use of water features, lighting, and other design elements to enhance the beauty of rock gardens. The author also provides advice on how to troubleshoot common problems that may arise when creating and maintaining rock gardens. Overall, Rock Gardens How to Make and Maintain Them is an excellent resource for anyone interested in creating a stunning rock garden.1923. A practical guide to making and planting a rock garden by one who thoroughly understands and has experienced all the joys and sorrows connected with the cultivation of rock plants and alpines. Contents: The Site; The Types of Rock Gardens; The Natural Rock Garden; The Artificial Rock Garden; The Rockwork; The Soil; The Bog Garden; The Wild and Water Gardens; The Wall Garden; Propagation; Cultivation; Planting the Rock Garden; and Cost.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417910720
• ISBN13: 9781417910724
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"