Small spaces are the bane of many a gardener, but not to worry. Now, just in time for spring planting, along comes Small Space Gardening by Melinda Myers (Cool Springs Press) with tips galore on design, plant selection, color, garden accessories, hardscape, and much more. Myers suggests using cool colors (blue, green, violet), fewer planters and artwork, and repeating patterns inside the house and out to make the small garden or balcony appear bigger than it really is. "I know the challenge of packing lots of plants and enjoyment into a small space," says Myers. She adds that limited space makes people more discerning gardeners and brings out their creativity. I couldn't agree more, and this book will help anyone who's looking for imaginative ways to use that tiny space. Myers is a horticultural instructor at Milwaukee Area Technical College and host of "Great Lakes Gardener," a public TV program in the Midwest. She also writes for the Milwaukee Journal and Birds and Blooms magazine.
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