Many Shades<br >of Success<br >A shady spot .in the garden can be a challeage (~ml<br >an asset. By learning the special needs of .~ hade-<br >loving plants， you can create a cool， attr(~clive，<br >refreshing haven to e~joy on a summer d~l q.<br > he cooling effect of a shade garden in midsummei is one of<br > life s refreshing pleasures. Dappled sunlight and sh~dow act as<br > magnets， drawing those nearby to stop and rest for a moment.<br >Shade in the yard need not be a deterrent to gardening. By con.，idering<br >shade an asset， rather than a problem to overcome， you can creatr a<br >pleasing， attractive outdoor environment.<br > To help you garden most effectively in the shade， this book assesses<br >all the aspects of growing plants in low light. It suggests ways to capi-<br >talize on the best aspects and minimize the problems. Here is all the in-<br >formation you need， whether gardening in open shade with dappled<br >sunlight under tall trees or in an area of dense shade created by walls<br >and overhangs. You ll learn how to identify the types of shade in youl <br >garden， as well as shade plants basic needs and how to meet them.<br > The photographs and detailed care information in the "Plant Selec-<br >tion Guide" (beginning on page 39) introduce you to the long and<br >varied list of shade plants， including shrubs， trees， ground covers， and<br >annual and perennial flowers..As you will see， gardening in the shade<br >can be as interesting and rewarding as it is in the sun.<br >