Southern Shade

"Figuring out what to grow in the shade is challenge enough. Throw in factors that affect Southern gardeners, and the topic becomes as thorny as wild blackberry. Shade varies at different times of day, and gardeners need to take this into account. Shade changes from season to season, too, even within the same yard. In Southern Shade: A Plant Selection Guide, landscape expert Jo Kellum takes the mystery out of the shady parts of the yard." "Some plants desire rich, moist soil, decaying leaves, and just a bit of sunlight that filters through leafy tree canopies. Others need shade all day long. Still others thrive in morning shade followed by afternoon sun or the reverse. Sometimes the soil beneath trees can be notoriously dry where tree roots absorb all the available moisture. Jo Kellum helps Southerners choose plants for shady conditions and illustrates her picks with over 250 color photographs." "Homeowners need advice about landscaping workhorses for the shade - trees, shrubs, groundcovers, and vines - in addition to annuals and perennials. Southern Shade helps the gardener pick the right plant for the right kind of shady area. There are recommendations for little flowers, big trees, and everything in between. Jo Kellum's advice is simple enough for beginners yet complete enough for professionals. The book is the ideal companion when shopping for plants." "For those facing both shade and sun and looking for plants suitable for sunny spots, Southern Sun: A Plant Selection Guide, also written by Jo Kellum, is available."--BOOK JACKET.Kellum, Jo is the author of 'Southern Shade', published 2008 under ISBN 9781934110478 and ISBN 1934110477.