Download or read book 101 Best Plants for the Prairies written by Liesbeth Leatherbarrow and published by Calgary : Fifth House Publishers. This book was released on 1999 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of the very best annuals, perennials, bulbs, vines, groundcovers, shrubs, and trees for the prairie region of Canada and the northern plains of the United States is a must-have for all prairie gardeners. Included are color photographs and detailed descriptions of 101 plants, as well as essential information about where and how to grow the plants, tips on companion plantings, bloom and color charts, and "collectors' choice" sections describing many related and exceptional plants to tempt even the more experienced gardener. 101 Best Plants for the Prairies offers sound advice on how to make the most of your time and money when creating a beautiful garden. Gardeners from the U.S. and Canada shared their expertise and inspiration with authors and avid gardeners Liesbeth Leatherbarrow and Lesley Reynolds. The result is a well-researched, lively gardening guide that will allow you to plant with confidence in a challenging climate.