Covering much of the South, including all of Louisiana and parts of Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina, this informative compilation explains proper gardening procedures for these generally low-lying, humid subtropical areas. Along with a wide variety of instructions on pruning, propagation, and planting everything from vines to flowering plants to grasses, this insightful gardening directory advises the reader on the composition of acceptable garden loam, soil preparation, and fertilizer use.