Shrubs for Kansas Landscapes by Gary L. McDaniel
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"Shrubs for Kansas Landscapes" by Gary L. McDaniel is a practical guidebook focused on landscaping design, particularly for the climatic conditions of Kansas. Written in the early 1970s, the book serves as a cooperative extension publication aimed at assisting homeowners in selecting suitable shrubs for various locations in their yards. The text discusses the purpose and aesthetic benefits of different shrub varieties, emphasizing their roles in enhancing the visual appeal and functionality
of outdoor spaces. The book is structured around a detailed exploration of shrub types categorized by characteristics such as height, spread, and adaptability to the Kansas environment. It includes specific recommendations for accent, border, and transitional plantings while addressing considerations like maintenance, blooming seasons, and the importance of continuous color in landscaping. Additionally, McDaniel provides a list of common shrubs based on their height and decorates the discussion with practical tips on site selection and compatibility with the region's weather, ensuring readers can create beautiful and sustainable landscapes tailored to their unique settings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | McDaniel, Gary L. |
|---|---|
| Title | Shrubs for Kansas Landscapes |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 41.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Shrubs -- Kansas |
| Subject | Ornamental shrubs -- Kansas |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62234 |
| Release Date | May 26, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 306 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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