A guide to the use of ornamental grasses in the garden, either to create formal, architectural effects or more relaxed, informal areas inspired by the natural world. Their use as container subjects is also covered. This book includes planting plans and a section on care and aftercare.

From the crops that have fed billions of people over the centuries to the plants highly regarded for their medicinal qualities, this fascinating offering from garden expert Bill Laws unearths the stories behind some of the world's best-known plants.

Includes projects that have been designed to enhance your happiness, from feeling more energetic to chilling out, and even encouraging wealth!

An activity book for crafters of every mood, budget and skill level with 20 diverse and fun craft projects. It includes projects that cover popular crafts, from knitting and stitching to jewellery and soap-making, providing an opportunity to try something new.

With more than 100 photographs of pigs playing, relaxing and socialising, this title lets you get to know these loveable animals as they really are, from their snuffly snout to their curly tail. It also lets you interpret piggy behaviour and their habits with the help of brief captions and quotations.

Reveals the Earth's spectacular environments. Dealing with the beautiful forms and patterns the earth presents to the eye from above, this title presents views of landforms on different continents, from mountains and seas to deserts, forests and even man-made environments.

The main characteristics of each of the 39 genera covered are described enabling the reader to understand what the plant needs in the garden to give of its best. The author gives advice on location, borders, naturalizing in grass, raised beds, rock gardens, containers, forcing for early flowering and more.

A guide to everything the gardener needs to know about climbing plants. The author suggests specific plants for different zones of the wall and takes the reader through the process of vertical planting. He also advises on concealing ugly features and the construction of trellises and pergolas.