""God almighty first planted a garden: and, indeed, it is the purest of human pleasures." --Sir Francis Bacon National surveys show that gardening has become the most popular, least exclusive hobby nationwide. From the balconies of Manhattan to the patios of Malibu to the backyards of Chicago, anybody with a few square feet of earth is doing their best to make their little corner of the world more gracious and beautiful. And the b ..."
"Starting off with ultrabasics, like "how do I get my plants to live rather than die?" Gardening for Dummies is a terrific textbook for the novice gardener. Explanations are laid out simply, and all terms are defined as soon as they are first used--if you've never grown so much as a houseplant, this is the book to get you started. Emphasis is on choosing proper plants for your zone (it's OK--the color map will show you which zone you're ..."
"Gardening For Dummies Includes expert advice on planning your vegetable and herb garden Your hands-on guide to one of the UK's most popular pastimes Whether you're a budding novice or a green-fingered enthusiast, Gardening For Dummies is the book for you. Full description"
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"Some climbers also offer superb autumn colour. Following are a few of our
favourite climbers. w Trumpet vine. Campsis. Bring an exotic touch to hot, sunny
walls with the large and vividly coloured blooms of trumpet vine, which grows to
around 5 metres (18 feet). Flower colours include red, orange, and yellow. The
bold, divided leaves look attractive too. Plant in full sun and on well-drained soil.
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""God almighty first planted a garden: and, indeed, it is the purest of human pleasures." –– Sir Francis Bacon National surveys show that gardening has become the most popular, least exclusive hobby nationwide. From the balconies of Manhattan to the patios of Malibu to the backyards of Chicago, anybody with a few square feet of earth is doing their best to make their little corner of the world more gracious and beautiful. And the best ..."
"Includes updated hardiness zone map, colour photos, and more! Your green-thumb guide to gardening in Canada. Brimming with suggestions for hardy perennials and stunning annuals, plus the real scoop on bulbs, Gardening For Canadians For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is the ideal resource for every Canadian gardener. This friendly guide, complete with over a hundred illustrations, a garden planner, and a section on art in your garden, will show ..."
"A beautiful landscape reflects well on your house, making it a welcome part of a neighborhood or native terrain. And it dramatically increases your home s value. Landscaping also makes your house and yard more useful and better able to complement your family s lifestyle. Trees shade your home to reduce energy use. Thorny shrubs deter prowlers. Lawns reduce dust from bare ground and give children the perfect play area. Patios and ..."
Gardening For Dummies (Dummies Minis) by MichaelMaccaskey Hardcover, 128 Pages, Published 1999 by Running Press ISBN-13: 978-0-7624-0634-0, ISBN: 0-7624-0634-8
"Starting off with ultrabasics, like "how do I get my plants to live rather than die?" Gardening for Dummies is a terrific textbook for the novice gardener. Explanations are laid out simply, and all terms are defined as soon as they are first used--if you've never grown so much as a houseplant, this is the book to get you started. Emphasis is on choosing proper plants for your zone (it's OK--the color map will show you which zone you're ..."
"Gardening is one of the most popular, least exclusive hobbies of all. Everybody can garden. Gardening is good for the body; an hour or two of daily yardwork provides just the right kind of light exercise we all need. Responsible gardening also does good things for the environment: materials get recycled, and empty lots become community gardens. Gardening also can boost your mental health; it delights the eye and fuels the soul with a co ..."
"Ground covers are one of the most interesting groups of plants in today's garden. They provide a versatile lawn replacement that takes less maintenance than turf, and uses less water and fertilizer. This book offers all the information you need to select the right ground cover for your region and needs and care for it properly. Includes photographs of more than 200 ground covers."
"Starting off with ultrabasics, like "how do I get my plants to live rather than die?" Gardening for Dummies is a terrific textbook for the novice gardener. Explanations are laid out simply, and all terms are defined as soon as they are first used--if you've never grown so much as a houseplant, this is the book to get you started. Emphasis is on choosing proper plants for your zone (it's OK--the color map will show you which zone you're ..."
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