Home Landscaping

Home Landscaping

Authors: Robert F. Polomski, Extension Associate/Urban Horticulturist, Clyde S. Gorsuch, Extension Entomologist, James H. Blake, Extension Plant Pathologist and Alta R. Kingman, Extension Horticulturist.

Landscaping is the arrangement of land, structures, and plants for the most practical use, convenience, and enjoyment of the people owning the property. This publication will guide the homeowner through the basic steps to landscape around the home. Chapter topics include Landscape Planning, Plants for Landscape Uses, Cultural Practices, Cultural Problems, Environmental Problems, Insect Problems, Plant Diseases, Tips on Growing Popular Plants (Annuals, Perennials, Azaleas, Spring-Flowering Bulbs, Camellias, Roses). Also included are lists of recommended varieties and illustrations showing most common pests.

Includes 78 pages with 59 black-and-white Illustrations.