A Guide to Native Plants of the New York City Region

by Margaret B. Gargiullo

This unique guide presents a detailed look at the full scope of flora native to this region and available for propagation.  A separate entry for each plant provides detailed information on size, flower color, blooming time, and its possible uses in wetland mitigation, erosion control, and natural area restoration. Some plants are also highlighted for their ability to thrive in areas that are typically considered inhospitable to greenery.

Easily searchable by plant type or habitat, this guide is an essential reference for everyone concerned with the region's natural plant life. Since most of the plants can also be grown well beyond the New York City metropolitan area, this book will also be useful for gardeners and for project managers doing restoration work in most of southern New England and the mid-Atlantic region, including Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland. More than 100 line drawings of plants and their specific habitats, ranging from forests to beaches, help readers visualize the full potential for landscaping in the New York City area.

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