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The New Shade Garden

Creating a Lush Oasis in the Age of Climate Change
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The New Shade Garden by Ken Druse is a comprehensive guide for gardeners interested in cultivating shaded spaces that contribute to reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide. The book addresses modern challenges such as deer control and water conservation, while offering practical advice on garden design, tree pruning, soil preparation, and selecting appropriate shade-loving plants. Ideal for both beginners and experienced gardeners, it combines ecological awareness with detailed horticultural expertise.
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Format: Hardback
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This book is well suited for environmentally conscious gardeners, both novice and seasoned, who want to create sustainable shade gardens adapted to changing climates and practical garden challenges.

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A guide to planting, designing, and caring for shade gardens from the author of the bestseller The Natural Shade Garden

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There is a new generation of gardeners who are planting gardens not only for their visual beauty but also for their ability to reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. In The New Shade Garden, Ken Druse provides this generation with a comprehensive guide to creating a shade garden with an emphasis on the adjustments necessary for our changing climate.

Druse offers advice for common problems facing today's gardeners, from addressing the deer situation to watering plants without stressing limited resources. Detailing all aspects of the gardening process, the book covers basic topics such as designing your own garden, pruning trees, preparing soil for planting, and the vast array of flowers and greenery that grow best in the shade.

Perfect for new and seasoned gardeners alike, this wide-ranging encyclopedic manual provides all the information you need to start or improve upon your own shade garden.

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Publishers Weekly praises Druse’s approachable style, describing his advice as like that of a friendly neighbour. The New York Times Book Review likens the reading experience to receiving encouragement from a knowledgeable and generous friend just when you need it most.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781617691041

Publisher: Stewart, Tabori & Chang Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 April 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: Stewart, Tabori & Chang Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 226.0mm

Height: 283.0mm

Weight: 1510g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Ken Druse is the author of more than a dozen award-winning gardening books, including Natural Companions and Making More Plants. His work is also featured in the New York Times and Martha Stewart Living. He resides in New Jersey.

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