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Green Thumb Wisdom: Garden Myths Revealed!
Green Thumb Wisdom Garden Myths Revealed Author:George Abraham, Katy Abraham, Darryl Abraham (Illustrator) Does goldenrod cause hay fever? Does planting by the moon affect plant growth? Does acid rain benefit acid-loving plants? Is it okay to freeze flower and vegetable seeds? This entertaining and informative book separates fact from fiction for nearly 250 garden myths. — Some of the myths stem from lore, others simply from misinformation. Some misco... more »nceptions can even harm the gardener (contrary to popular thought, inert ingredients in pesticides can be unsafe). The authoritative answers, supported by horticultural experts, provide useful information about every aspect of gardening, from house plants and annuals to trees and ground covers, from mulch to fertilizer, garden planning to garden planting and harvesting.
Chapters are divided into the different categories of plants: house plants; seeds and bulbs; flowers; vegetables; fruits and nuts; trees and shrubs; lawns and ground covers. Other chapters include watering, soil, insects and pesticides, and so on. There is useful advice regarding critters, birds, bees, butterflies, and other garden inhabitants. Black-and-white illustrations.« less