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Product Description
You’re now officially out of excuses for
not planting the garden of your dreams. Even if
you’ve never sowed a seed nor pulled a weed,
Gardening Basics For Dummies contains everything
you need to know about flowers, beds, borders,
trees, shrubs, and lawns to create your own
private paradise. This friendly and informative
guide also covers all of the tools and additives
available to make gardening easier. You’ll
discover:
* Clear definitions and descriptions of the
different types of plants
* Tips on choosing the type of garden you
want
* How to create a garden plan
* Easy-to-follow instructions for soil
preparation
* Advice on planting, growing and caring for
annuals and perennials
* Step-by-step plans for organic and edible
gardens
* Plans for butterfly and children's gardens
Packed with helpful tips on controlling pests
safely, managing weeds, and correcting common
gardening problems, Gardening for Dummies turns
your brown thumb green in a hurry.
From the Back Cover
Packed with fun and useful tips to help you plan
your garden!
Create the garden of your dreams with the right
plants and equipment
Want a green thumb? This handy guide gives
beginning gardeners tips, plans, and insider
know-how for getting started with flower beds,
borders, vegetables, trees, shrubs, lawns, and
more. Packed with step-by-step advice,
illustrations, resources, and suggested plantings,
this friendly guide covers all the tools that make
gardening today easier than ever before!
Discover how to
* Pick the best plants for your climate
* Plan and prep your garden
* Keep your plants healthy
* Use compost, fertilizer, and safe
pesticides
* Troubleshoot common problems
* Locate garden supplies