: The book is famous for Dirr's "inimitable personality". His descriptions go beyond technical data to include frank, often humorous opinions on a plant's landscape value, ranging from "outright acclaim" to "frank condemnation".
: Includes 34 tables designed to help landscapers select plants based on specific goals, such as flower color, fragrance, or growth size. Availability and Editions Dirr's Hardy Trees and Shrubs: An Illustrated E...
is a classic horticultural reference by renowned expert Michael A. Dirr , a professor at the University of Georgia. : The book is famous for Dirr's "inimitable personality"
: Covers more than 500 species and approximately 700 additional cultivars and varieties, ranging from common favorites to more obscure choices. First published in the late 1990s, this volume
First published in the late 1990s, this volume serves as a visually rich guide for gardeners and professionals selecting woody plants for cooler climates (typically ). Key Features