Native Trees Of The Midwest

Author : Sally S. Weeks,Harmon P. Weeks Jr.,George R. Parker
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 494 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2011-01-07
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781612490014

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Native Trees of the Midwest by Sally S. Weeks,Harmon P. Weeks Jr.,George R. Parker Pdf

Native Trees of the Midwest is a definitive guide to identifying trees in Indiana and surrounding states, written by three leading forestry experts. Descriptive text explains how to identify every species in any season and color photographs show all important characteristics. Not only does the book allow the user to identify trees and learn of their ecological and distributional attributes, but it also presents an evaluation of each species relative to its potential ornamental value for those interested in landscaping. Since tree species have diverse values to wildlife, an evaluation of wildlife uses is presented with a degree of detail available nowhere else. The revised and expanded second edition contains a chapter on introduced species that have become naturalized and invasive throughout the region. All accounts have been reviewed and modifications made when necessary to reflect changes in taxonomy, status, or wildlife uses. Keys have been modified to incorporate introduced species.

Author : Charlotte Adelman,Bernard L. Schwartz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Endemic plants
ISBN : 0821421662

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Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees by Charlotte Adelman,Bernard L. Schwartz Pdf

In this companion volume to the bestselling The Midwestern Native Garden: Native Alternatives to Nonnative Flowers and Plants, Charlotte Adelman and Bernard L. Schwartz offer another indispensible guide to replacing nonnative plants with native alternatives. This time, their subject is the native woody species that are the backbone of our gardens and landscapes. Among other ecological benefits, native shrubs and trees provide birds and butterflies with vital food and reproductive sites that nonnative species cannot offer. And they tend to be hardier and easier to maintain. The authors provide a comprehensive selection of native woody alternatives that, season by season, provide effects similar to those of nonnative shrubs and trees used for ornamental purposes and shade. These plants are suitable for all garden styles, provide blooms and fall color, and have the same cultivation requirements as their nonnative counterparts. Nature notes alert readers to the native species' unique ecological roles. Unlike other gardening guides, Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees goes beyond mere suggestion to provide gardeners with the tools they need to make informed, thoughtful choices. Knowing which native species to plant for desired effects empowers landscapers and gardeners to take on a greater role in protecting our midwestern environment.

Author : Guy Sternberg,James Wesley Wilson
Publisher : Chapters Pub Limited
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1881527662

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Landscaping with Native Trees by Guy Sternberg,James Wesley Wilson Pdf

Native Trees -- Species that Grew in North America before the arrival of Europeans -- were once overlooked in favor of rare and unusual varieties from afar. This book, the first of its kind, focuses exclusively on the cultivation and preservation of hardy, beautiful native species.

Author : Sally S. Weeks,Harmon P. Weeks Jr.
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 493 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-15
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781612491455

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Shrubs and Woody Vines of Indiana and the Midwest by Sally S. Weeks,Harmon P. Weeks Jr. Pdf

As the definitive identification guide to the shrubs and woody vines of Indiana, this book also provides coverage of 90% of the species to be found in surrounding Midwestern US states. As well as covering indigenous species, it also includes all currently known invasive shrubs. Written by two leading experts in plant taxonomy, the guide is prepared in the same attractive, easy-to-use format as the bestselling Native Trees of the Midwest. Descriptive text explains how to identify every species in any season, and original color photographs taken by Sally Weeks detail all important characteristics. The authors provide practical guidance concerning the potential ornamental value of each species for those interested in landscaping and also evaluate their potential value for encouraging wildlife. Designed for experts in natural resource management as well as the interested general public, the volume includes distribution maps, identification keys, and an index of both common and Latin names.

Author : Charlotte Adelman,Bernard L. Schwartz
Publisher : Ohio University Press
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2011-09-21
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780821443569

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The Midwestern Native Garden by Charlotte Adelman,Bernard L. Schwartz Pdf

Midwestern gardeners and landscapers are becoming increasingly attracted to noninvasive regional native wildflowers and plants over popular nonnative species. The Midwestern Native Garden offers viable alternatives to both amateurs and professionals, whether they are considering adding a few native plants or intending to go native all the way. Native plants improve air and water quality, reduce use of pesticides, and provide vital food and reproductive sites to birds and butterflies, that nonnative plants cannot offer, helping bring back a healthy ecosystem. The authors provide a comprehensive selection of native alternatives that look similar or even identical to a range of nonnative ornamentals. These are native plants that are suitable for all garden styles, bloom during the same season, and have the same cultivation requirements as their nonnative counterparts. Plant entries are accompanied by nature notes setting out the specific birds and butterflies the native plants attract. The Midwestern Native Garden will be a welcome guide to gardeners whose styles range from formal to naturalistic but who want to create an authentic sense of place, with regional natives. The beauty, hardiness, and easy maintenance of native Midwestern plants will soon make them the new favorites.

Author : Guy Sternberg,James Wesley Wilson
Publisher : Portland : Timber Press
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0881926078

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Native Trees for North American Landscapes by Guy Sternberg,James Wesley Wilson Pdf

Presents profiles of 650 species and varieties and over five hundred cultivars, with text and photographs of flowers and fruit, native and adaptive range, culture, problems, and best seasonal features.

Author : Charlotte Adelman,Bernard L. Schwartz
Publisher : Ohio University Press
Page : 658 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-03-30
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780821445303

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Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees by Charlotte Adelman,Bernard L. Schwartz Pdf

In this companion volume to the bestselling The Midwestern Native Garden: Native Alternatives to Nonnative Flowers and Plants, Charlotte Adelman and Bernard L. Schwartz offer another indispensible guide to replacing nonnative plants with native alternatives. This time, their subject is the native woody species that are the backbone of our gardens and landscapes. Among other ecological benefits, native shrubs and trees provide birds and butterflies with vital food and reproductive sites that nonnative species cannot offer. And they tend to be hardier and easier to maintain. The authors provide a comprehensive selection of native woody alternatives that, season by season, provide effects similar to those of nonnative shrubs and trees used for ornamental purposes and shade. These plants are suitable for all garden styles, provide blooms and fall color, and have the same cultivation requirements as their nonnative counterparts. Nature notes alert readers to the native species’ unique ecological roles. Unlike other gardening guides, Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees goes beyond mere suggestion to provide gardeners with the tools they need to make informed, thoughtful choices. Knowing which native species to plant for desired effects empowers landscapers and gardeners to take on a greater role in protecting our midwestern environment.

Author : Alan Branhagen
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 652 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2020-07-21
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781643260327

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The Midwest Native Plant Primer by Alan Branhagen Pdf

Bring your garden to life—and life to your garden! Do you want a garden that makes a real difference? Choose plants native to our Midwest region. The rewards will benefit you, your yard, and the environment—from reducing maintenance tasks to attracting earth-friendly pollinators such as native birds, butterflies, and bees. Native plant expert Alan Branhagen makes adding these superstar plants easier than ever before, with proven advice that every home gardener can follow. This incomparable sourcebook includes 225 recommended native ferns, grasses, wildflowers, perennials, vines, shrubs, and trees. It’s everything you need to know to create a beautiful and beneficial garden. This must-have handbook is for gardeners in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Author : Carolyn Harstad
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Native plants for cultivation
ISBN : WISC:89065351702

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Go Native! by Carolyn Harstad Pdf

Simple question-and-answer format explains methods of planning, preparation and planting native plants and wildflowers that thrive naturally in the Lower Midwest and require less watering and preserve the ecosystem. 64 photos, 125 illustrations. 336 p.

Author : Nancy Lawson
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-18
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781616896171

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The Humane Gardener by Nancy Lawson Pdf

In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.

Author : Guy Sternberg
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Landscape gardening
ISBN : OCLC:654994403

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Landscaping with Native Trees by Guy Sternberg Pdf

Author : Robert Christie Hosie
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Botany
ISBN : OCLC:768195968

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Native Trees of Canada by Robert Christie Hosie Pdf

Author : Alan Branhagen
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2016-11-09
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781604697773

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Native Plants of the Midwest by Alan Branhagen Pdf

Native Plants of the Midwest features the best native plants in the heartland and offers clear and concise guidance on how to use them in the garden.

Author : Clifford Elmer Ahlgren,Isabel Ahlgren
Publisher : U of Minnesota Press
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0816638152

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Lob Trees in the Wilderness by Clifford Elmer Ahlgren,Isabel Ahlgren Pdf

Along the Minnesota-Ontario border, in the days of voyageurs, tall trees were used as guideposts in the uncharted wilderness to help fur traders and explorers find their way through the maze of lakes and portages. Branches were cut, leaving the middle of the tree bare with branches above and below. Clifford and Isabel Ahlgren, two of the most knowledgeable ecologists of the area, use nine native trees to serve as lob trees for this book, an ecological history of human activity in the Quetico-Superior wilderness area.

Author : Stan Tekiela
Publisher : Adventure Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2023-04-11
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1647553784

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Trees of Illinois Field Guide by Stan Tekiela Pdf

Learn to identify Illinois trees with this handy field guide, organized by leaf type and attachment. With this famous field guide by award-winning author and naturalist Stan Tekiela, you can make tree identification simple, informative, and productive. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of trees that don't grow in Illinois. Learn about 124 species found in the state (every native tree plus common non-natives), organized by leaf type and attachment. Just look at a tree's leaves, then go to the correct section to learn what it is. Fact-filled information contains the particulars that you want to know, while full-page photographs provide the visual detail needed for accurate identification. Book Features 124 species: Every native tree plus common non-natives Easy to use: Thumb tabs show leaf type and attachment Compare feature: Decide between look-alikes Stan's Notes: Naturalist tidbits and facts Professional photos: Crisp, stunning full-page images This new edition includes updated photographs; expanded information; a Quick Compare section for leaves, needles, and silhouettes; and even more of Stan's expert insights. So grab the Trees of Illinois Field Guide for your next outing--to help ensure that you positively identify the trees that you see.