A guide to growing healthy perennials discusses choosing and cultivating plants and includes a plant-by-plant guide with details on growing both popular and unusual plants

Discusses soil and climate, tells how to plan perennial plantings, and recommends popular varieties

Designed to help gardeners sample a variety of perennials available and determine which ones to add to their beds and borders.

"Written by a team of enthusiastic organic gardeners, professional perennial growers, and garden designers, Gardening with Perennials is a practical yet inspirational guide for perennial lovers. Whether you want to make new gardens from scratch or just add a perennial bed to your yard, you'll find great ideas for beautiful gardens and plant combinations featuring many of your favorite perennials."--BOOK JACKET.

With thousands of species to select from, how do you find the best plants for your garden? This guide provides a comprehensive selection table with characteristics, growth habits, and needs of each plant, as well as information on subspecies, hybrids, and cultivars. You're certain to find the right plant every time!