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Gardening made simple: the complete step-by-step guide to gardening.

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John Wiley & Sons, c2012.

9780470638545 (pbk.)

0470638540 (pbk.)

Alternate title:

Better homes and gardens gardening made simple : the complete step-by-step guide to gardening

359 p. : col. ill., col. map ; 25 cm.

Includes index.

Getting started -- Understanding plants -- Choosing and using tools -- Preparing and improving soil -- Growing lawns -- Growing flowers and foliage -- Growing trees and shrubs -- Growing vines and climbers -- Growing edibles -- Making more plants -- Mulching and fertilizing -- Watering and irrigating -- Pruning -- Gardening in containers -- Managing weeds, pests, and diseases.

Provides information for effective gardening, including what tools to use, how to prepare the soil, and how to grow different plants, such as flowers and trees. Includes more than 350 gardening plans and projects, including dedicated sections on growing grass, flowers, trees and shrubs. Covers the basics of planting, growing and caring, including choosing the right garden plans and plants for your zone, helpful guides on the proper tools, the basics of soil prep, how to manage pests, and handy tips and troubleshooting guidance on pruning and mulching.

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