Black Plants: 75 Striking Choices for the Garden

Black Plants: 75 Striking Choices for the Garden by Bonine, Paul. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780881929812.

Striking, mysterious, sinister, and strange all describe the singular appeal of plants with black (or near-black) foliage, flowers, or fruit. For some gardeners, they are curiosities that yield a special thrill. For others, they are invaluable for providing contrast with brighter elements. Whatever the source of their somber magic, these dusky denizens of the plant kingdom are irresistible to anyone drawn to natures more unusual manifestations. In this compact, accessible volume, Paul Bonine profiles 75 of the most alluring black annuals, perennials, bulbs, and shrubs. Some of the plantslike agapanthus and liliesare darker versions of familiar favorites, while others are rarities that will appeal to the most discerning collector. Each entry describes the plants essential features and details the requirements for growth and care. Whether your taste runs to pansies, columbines, and sweet williams or to obscure orchids from the Andes, youll find a host of intriguing choices in this beautifully illustrated, entertaining book. Black Plants is sure to haunt your dreams.