"American Horticultural Society" appears at the head of the title, but the participation of that organization is not specified. This guide contains brief discussions of garden basics and a well-illustrated catalog covering more than 3,000 trees, shrubs, conifers, climbers and herbaceous plants appropriate for use in the northwestern states of the US. Part one outlines tenets for successful gardening, including working with nature (e.g., composting, conserving water, and creating habitats); managing pests using IPM (integrated pest management); and consulting pros via books, the Internet, and local resources such as the Master Gardener program. The plant catalog is arranged according to type of plant and microclimate and includes brief descriptions and codes for hardiness and heat zones, sun/shade, water needs, and plant height and width. The third section discusses techniques for selecting plants, planting, pruning, and propagation. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)