Gardening Basics for Dummies

You’re now officially out of excuses for not planting thegarden of your dreams. Even if you’ve never sowed a seed norpulled a weed, *Gardening Basics For Dummies* containseverything you need to know about flowers, beds, borders, trees, shrubs, and lawns to create your own private paradise. Thisfriendly and informative guide also covers all of the tools andadditives available to make gardening easier. You’lldiscover:
Clear definitions and descriptions of the different types ofplants
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 andperennials
Step-by-step plans for organic and edible gardens
Plans for butterfly and children’s gardens
Packed with helpful tips on controlling pests safely, managingweeds, and correcting common gardening problems, Gardening forDummies turns your brown thumb green in a hurry.