Grow hardy perennials with confidence—clear guidance, practical culture notes, and plenty of plant ideas. This reference covers description, habit, and uses, plus step-by-step culture and propagation tips for a wide range of enduring garden favorites. This edition presents accessible, garden-ready advice drawn from practical experience. Learn how to choose, plant, divide, and renew perennials and biennials, with concrete instructions for soil, position, and timing. It includes easy-to-follow notes on popular genera, helping you plan borders, rock gardens, and moist or dry spots alike. How to prepare soil, establish plant pockets, and ensure good drainage for long-rooted perennials - Prop division, cuttings, and seed-sowing methods tailored to different species - Seasonal care, including pruning, mulching, and staking for reliable bloom - Identification tips and culture notes for a broad range of common and decorative plants Ideal for readers who want practical, familiarly written gardening guidance and reliable plant recommendations for a resilient, varied garden.