The Beginner's Guide to Gardening: Basic Techniques - Easy-To-Follow Methods - Earth-Friendly Practices - Paperback

by Editors of Creative Homeowner (Author)

A beautifully illustrated and photographed book that will serve both the novice and experienced gardener well. The Beginner's Guide to Gardening contains all the basics: garden design; how to select healthy plants; how prepare the soil; garden maintenace, and so much more. In addition there is everything you need to know about growing annuals and perennials; roses; flowering bulbs; herbs; ground covers; trees and shrubs; vegetable gardens; and creating specialty gardens--all in a concise book

Back Jacket

You don't have to have a green thumb to have a healthy thriving garden. With The Beginner's Guide to Gardening you'll learn the basics: garden design; how to select healthy plants; how prepare the soil; garden maintenace, and so much more. Here's everything you need to know about annuals and perennials; roses; flowering bulbs; herbs; ground covers; trees and shrubs; vegetable gardens; and specialty gardens.Beautifully illustrated with color photographs and illustrations."

Author Biography

Consumers recognize Creative Homeowner as their leading and trusted source for the best information, inspiration, and instruction related to the house and home. Creative Homeowner is the preeminent publisher of books on all aspects of decorating and design; home repair and improvement; house plans; gardening and landscaping; and grilling. Creative Homeowner's books stand out from other publications with their complete and easy-to-follow instructions, up-to-date information, and extensive use of color photography. Among its best-selling titles are Ultimate Guide to Home Repair and Improvement, Updated Edition; Ultimate Guide: Plumbing, 4th Updated Edition; and Ultimate Guide: Wiring, 8th Updated Edition.