Product Description

-Guidance for a variety of fern projects

-Comprehensive A-Z section covering the most garden-worthy species

-Written by a leading authority in the world of ferns The variety of fern species available today has made them an integral part of garden design. This book will inspire amateur gardeners and enthusiasts to undertake more in-depth garden projects utilizing ferns, from including them in a mixed border, creating a natural dry-stone habitat, and bringing the Antipodean rainforest to the doorstep.

Beautiful artistic impressions of the completed projects and a selection of stunning photographs provide a fascinating insight into what can be achieved by correct planting. The comprehensive A-Z listing of ferns, presented by botanical names, contains further information on selecting the right plant for anyone's garden scheme.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #290889 in Books
• Published on: 2005-11-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

About the Author
Martin Rickard was awarded the RHS Gold Veitch Medal for his services to horticulture, and has nurtured his fascination with ferns for over 40 years. He held the presidency of the British Pteridological Society from 1997 to 2001, and his fern displays have won 10 Gold Medals at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show.