How To Be A Gardener

Creating a Garden Using Touch, Taste, Smell, Sight & Hearing

By Titchmarsh, Alan

Publishers Summary:
Whether you're a novice or an experienced gardener, there are always times when it would be helpful to have a reliable expert at your side. In How to be a Gardener, Alan Titchmarsh draws on his vast knowledge and passion for gardening, and his many years of experience, to give you a comprehensive guide that explores every aspect of your garden and how it works. Alan starts with the basics, covering the absolute essentials that every gardener needs to know. He includes information on how plants work and what they need to flourish-as well as advice on where to begin if you're a first-time gardener. Step-by-step techniques cover everything from sowing seeds and arranging plants in a border, to laying a lawn and pruning. Alan also gives detailed advice on weeds, pests and diseases-with detailed photos to help you spot the problems you are likely to encounter. With his down-to-earth approach and ability to keep things simple, Alan will guide you every step of the way.

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ISBN
978-1-59258-036-1
Publisher
Hylas Publishing


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Reviewed on December 1, 2003

Former host of Ground Force on BBC America, Titchmarsh here covers for beginners everything from basic botany to garden design. In Part 1, he introduces botany and general gardening, bed design, maintenance, weed and pest control, and lawn care. In Part 2, he discusses garden designs from formal to family frien...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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