An inspirational and beautifully illustrated book that tells the stories of 80 plants from around the globe 'Informs and charms in equal measure' Monty Don
Helps readers identify what plants need to survive and how these fundamental scientific facts are at the heart of good plant care. This title includes a chapter on seeds and germination. It also looks at biodiversity, ecology, genetic engineering, and nomenclature. It is suitable for enthusiastic beginners or the master gardeners.
This survey presents the history of British gardens, covering England's monastic gardens, the formal Tudor gardens, Elizabethan flower gardens, as well as the influence of French, Dutch, and Italian traditions.
Your garden is supposed to be fun - a place where you can relax, a source of beauty and pleasure. But all too often things go wrong. Those expensive tulip bulbs you planted last autumn never came up, your tomato plants are wilting and weeds are taking over everywhere. And worst of all, you've got no idea what to do about any of it.