Product Description

Creating a garden in a coastal area can be daunting, even for those who have mastered the techniques of inland gardening. Wind, sand, salt, and scorching sun all combine to create a unique set of challenges. Frances Tenenbaum, who has gardened for decade's on Martha's Vineyard, knows these challenges intimately and has learned how to meet them. Whether you garden on the cool, foggy Pacific Coast, the New England and Mid-Atlantic shore, or the warm southeastern Atlantic Coast, the techniques will enable you to create a lush, welcoming garden that can brave the elements.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #808770 in Books
• Published on: 2006-09-01
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 172 pages

Review
"An informative guide to everything from preparing for hurricanes to planting in the sand. It includes listings of public coastal gardens, hardy species, and advice from experts." -- Waterfront Home & Design, Fall/Winter 2006

Review
"An informative guide to everything from preparing for hurricanes to planting in the sand. It inlcudes listings of public coastal gardens, hardy species, and advice from experts." Waterfront Home & Design Fall/Winter 2006

"For friends who plant by the sea, Frances Tenenbaum's Gardening at the Shore is just what the horticulturalist ordered. When it comes to writing, Frances, the grande dame of garden book editors, practices what she preaches. A veteran of seashore gardening on Marth'a Vineyard, she advises on dealing with coastal elements from Oregon to Long Island. You'll enjoy the coast-to-coast photos by Jerry Pavia." Irene Virag, www.Newsday.com

"Manageable size and spectacualar photographs by Jerry Pavia make this a gem of a book, practical and beautiful at the same time." Carol Simons, Home & Garden

From the Publisher
Creating a garden in a coastal area can be daunting, even for those who have mastered the techniques of inland gardening. Wherever you garden, the techniques in this book will enable you to create a lush, welcoming coastal garden that can brave the elements.

Customer Reviews

Gardening at the Shore
I felt this book was not really about gardening right on the water. Living on the water with a bulkhead, I was more interested in planting with the air and salt water. This book was more involved with hillside planting or having massive screening for shelter.