Observations on the Inhabitants, Climate, Soil, Rivers, Productions, Animals and other matters worth of Notice.
by Bartram, John
The Art of Gardening: Design Inspiration and Innovative Planting Techniques from Chanticleer
by R. William Thomas
Discover a world of beauty and creativity! Chanticleer has been called the most romantic, imaginative, and exciting public garden in America. It is a place of pleasure and learning, relaxing yet filled with ideas to take home. And now those lessons are available for everyone in this stunning book! You’ll learn techniques specific to different conditions and plant palettes; how to use hardscape materials in a fresh way; and how to achieve the perfect union between plant and site. And Rob Cardillo’s exquisite photographs of exciting combinations will be sure to stimulate your own creativity. Whether you’re already under Chanticleer’s spell or have yet to visit, The Art of Gardening will enable you to bring the special magic that pervades this most artful of gardens into your own home landscape.
Plant Exploration for Longwood Gardens
by Tomasz Anisko
Founding Gardeners: The Revolutionary Generation, Nature, and the Shaping of the American Nation.
by Wulf, Andrea.
Native Trees for North American Landscapes.
by Sternberg, Guy, and Jim Wilson
The Signature of All Things.
by Gilbert, Elizabeth
Chanticleer: A Pleasure Garden
by Adrian Higgins
, A GUIDE TO THE GREAT GARDENS OF THE PHILADELPHIA REGION
by Author: Adam Levine Illustrator: Rob Cardillo
Finally, for every resident and visitor to the region, a comprehensive guide to the gardens of eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and northern Delaware. Magnificently illustrated with nearly 200 full color photographs, A GUIDE TO THE GREAT GARDENS OF THE PHILADELPHIA REGION provides essential information on how to locate and enjoy the finest gardens the area has to offer.
As the horticultural epicenter of the United States, Philadelphia and the surrounding towns, suburbs, and countryside are blessed with more public gardens in a concentrated area than almost any other region in the world.a Stretching from Trenton, New Jersey through Philadelphia and down to Newark, Delaware, this area (often called the Delaware Valley) offers more horticultural riches than a visitor can possibly see even in a couple of weeks of hectic garden-hopping.
In A GUIDE TO THE GREAT GARDENS OF THE PHILADELPHIA REGION you will find:
Detailed coverage of almost 100 gardens
Native Plants of the Northeast: A Guide for Gardening and Conservation
by by Donald J. Leopold
If you've always wanted to garden with native plants, this book is for you. With entries for nearly 700 species of native trees, shrubs, vines, ferns, grasses, and wildflowers from the northeastern quarter of the U.S. and eastern Canada, its comprehensive horticultural coverage is unsurpassed by any other single volume. The natural ranges of many of the plants discussed extend beyond the Northeast; the information on horticultural uses applies to any garden. Each plant description includes information about cultivation and propagation, ranges, and hardiness. An appendix recommends particular plants for difficult situations, as well as attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, and other wildlife. Illustrated throughout with color photographs.
Mt. Cuba
by Rick J. & Jeanne Frett Lewandowski
Glorious Shade: Dazzling Plants, Design Ideas, and Proven Techniques for Your Shady Garden Glorious Shade: Dazzling Plants, Design Ideas, and Proven Techniques for Your Shady Garden
by Jenny Rose Carey
The Natures of John and William Bartram
by Thomas P. Slaughter
John Bartram "Father of American Botony"
Travels through North South Carolina, Georgia, East and West Florida.
by Bartram, William
Private Gardens of Philadelphia
by Nicole Juday
Field Guide: 14 Gorgeous Philly-Area Gardens and Arboretums to Visit Now
by SANDY HINGSTON, EMILY LEAMAN AND ASHLEY PRIMIS
The Ultimate Flower Gardener’s Guide: How to Combine Shape, Color, and Texture to Create the Garden of Your Dreams
by Jenny Rose Carey
The Life and Gardens of Harvey Ladew
by Christopher Weeks
Gardner’s Art Through the Ages, 10th edition.
by Helen Gardner
List of Woody Plant Materials
by Barnes Foundation Arboretum
Restoring American Gardens: An Encyclopedia of Heirloom Ornamental Plants
by Adams, Denise Wiles.