- Paperback: 176 pages
- Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd; New edition edition (18 Jun 1998)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0751305618
- ISBN-13: 978-0751305616
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 18.4 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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- #31 in Books > Home & Garden > Gardening > Pests & Diseases
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"Well written, clearly laid out, good photography, checklists and graphics, this book is all a new gardener needs to get him started." Birmingham Post
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This guide to gardening is based around practical projects - from planting a windowbox to building a wildlife pond - that combine to transform the whole garden. Each project is shown in step-by-step sequences, with lists of tools needed and advice as to the best time to tackle the job.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The essential, quick-reference guide to gardening for the new enthusiast, with more than 40 step-by-step projects. Features hundreds of ideas and tips for planning, building, planting, and cultivating your garden.
Includes: Planning a new garden, Identifying your soil, Choosing plants, Essential tools, Cultivating beds & borders, Laying turf, Making a path, Planting hanging baskets, Growing vegetables, Increasing your stock, Balconies & roof gardens, Plants for patios, Making a pond, Building arches & pergolas, Erecting fences, Maintaining hedges, Greenhouses & frames, Basic pruning, Growing fruit, and Plant doctor.
Includes: Planning a new garden, Identifying your soil, Choosing plants, Essential tools, Cultivating beds & borders, Laying turf, Making a path, Planting hanging baskets, Growing vegetables, Increasing your stock, Balconies & roof gardens, Plants for patios, Making a pond, Building arches & pergolas, Erecting fences, Maintaining hedges, Greenhouses & frames, Basic pruning, Growing fruit, and Plant doctor.
Format:Paperback
I bought a copy for myself when this first came out and have found it so useful. It has plenty of pictures of things like tools, different weeds and plants. I continue to buy more copies for friends who have bought a house and have never had to cope with a garden before, it covers all the basics in a straightforward and sensible way. For those who get more ambitious, there is advice on vegtable and fruit growing, ponds and greenhouses. I still refer back to it. It is an excellent buy for someone with little or no gardening knowhow and breaks down all the topics into small easily understood sections and also shows you how to tackle overgrown trees or gardens, bringing them back from the wilderness.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
great gift for the gardener
26 April 2000
Format:Hardcover
I saw this book on accident one day while visiting a friend. She had borrowed the book from a co-worker because she was starting a new flower garden and didn't know where to start. I was quite impressed with the pictures, also the instructions on planting beds, containers, and borders. It has suggestions for the seasoned gardener and everything the new gardener needs to know. My Mom is in the process of purchasing a new home and this book will make a great Mother's Day gift.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
a good start to gardening
14 Feb 2010
Format:Hardcover
Actually this is a very interesting book for someone who is new to gardening. The pictures of colorful and descriptive. Garden basics are included: site and exposure, weather, micro-climates and making the most of your soil, important issues that the newbie should remember. If you want some ideas that include beds and borders, paths, boundaries, and water features then this is a nice start.
For the more advanced gardener it includes ideas for container gardening, edible gardening, greenhouses and transforming your lawn. As with anything outdoors you must remember plant zones and what is appropriate to plant for your area. A little weak in this area it is still a nice book to give as a gift. I intend on letting my daughter, who needs ideas for her house, have this enjoyable garden book.
"You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream." ~~ C. S. Lewis
For the more advanced gardener it includes ideas for container gardening, edible gardening, greenhouses and transforming your lawn. As with anything outdoors you must remember plant zones and what is appropriate to plant for your area. A little weak in this area it is still a nice book to give as a gift. I intend on letting my daughter, who needs ideas for her house, have this enjoyable garden book.
"You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream." ~~ C. S. Lewis
Classic Gardening Book
9 April 2011
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Really a good gardening book. All types of info here for all kinds of gardens. A really book for any gardener.
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