Perennials for Minnesota and Wisconsin
by Don Engebretson, Don Williamson
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Author: Don Engebretson, Don WilliamsonEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2004-01-15
ISBN: 1551053853
Number of pages: 352
Publisher: Lone Pine Publishing
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Book Review: Disappointing, damaging, dangerous
Summary: 2 Stars
Having recently moved to Wisconsin from sunny California, I hastened to buy the whole series of these well rated books in order to prepare my newly acquired 5 acres of land before fall. Having had high expectations, I was all the more disappointed.
First - the selections offered are very predictable and ordinary. I was already familiar with everyone of the species mentioned, and had no happy discoveries - this is from a very weak gardener.
Second - there is no specific mention of native plants from Minnesota and Wisconsin. Wouldn't you expect that, with this name for the series, you would find some information that is specific to Minnesota and Wisconsin? Maybe, at least, a selection table identifying natives among the list? In fact, most of the species described are alien plants (not automatically bad, but disappointing), and there is no native section/ discussion.
Third - worst of all - quite a few of the species described are dangerously invasive, and classified as pests in several states of the union. For instance, the "Perennials" volume offers ajuga reptans and vinca minor as good choices, with a run-of-the-mill comment about weed potential. These are major nasties if they escape from your carefully bounded garden...
For my uses this book is practically useless. I do not find any "aha" selections that happily solve a problem are provide an interesting combination. I do not get exposed to many species that are specific to the area. After discovering the danger inherent in some of their selections, I do not even trust them to be automatically safe to use around my land.
My conclusion: only use with caution and thorough research prior to introducing one of their choices to your environment. A very disappointing purchase.
Summary of Perennials for Minnesota and Wisconsin
With detailed accounts of 86 different perennials, along with information on 605 recommended varieties and cultivars perfect for Minnesota and Wisconsin gardens, this handy book takes the guesswork out of perennial gardening. The authors share their commonsense and practical advice to help you transform any patch of ground into a spectacular garden you can enjoy year after year:* Flower and foliage colors
* Height and spread ranges
* Blooming periods
* How and when to start your plants
* Planting strategies
* Light, water and nutrient needs
* Choosing the best perennials for different growing conditions
* More than 500 color photographs.
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