Michigan Gardener's Companion An Insider's Guide To Gardening In The Great Lakes State

by Henehan, Rita

• ISBN13: 9780762745098
• ISBN10: 0762745096
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-01-01
• Publisher: Globe Pequot

Summary

The glaciers that advanced and then receded through the Great Lakes region shaped Michigan's terrain and soil in ways that challenge and sometimes confound modern-day gardeners. Michigan today has 450 varieties of soil! Before they can garden successfully, Michigan gardeners need to know what soil they have and how to address its shortcomings - and do that within the limitations of the state's climate and northern growing season. This book explains how Michigan gardeners can lengthen their growing seasons through careful plant selection, exploiting microclimates, and using season-extending products. Chapters focus on lawns, vegetables, flowers, and trees, plant diseases, and invasive plants.

Author Biography

Rita C. Henehan is a certified Purdue University Advanced Master Gardener

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. viii
Firm Foundations
Why Soil Is Important	p. 2
Climate and Microclimates	p. 20
Water	p. 31
Green Things
Vegetables	p. 46
Annuals	p. 65
Perennials	p. 82
Trees and Shrubs	p. 104
Lawns	p. 119
Garden Solutions
Coping with Pests and Diseases	p. 134
Learning from Michigan's Public Gardens	p. 147
Resources for the Michigan Gardener	p. 156
Glossary	p. 166
Index	p. 173
About the Author	p. 177
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