Gardening for Dummies (For Dummies Series) Paperback – January 1, 1996 by Michael MacCaskey (Author), Illustrated (Illustrator)
 
No green thumb is necessary to readers of all ages to enjoy this fun, easy-to-follow reference to the world of gardening! This book is filled with hundreds of illustrations, expert tips, tricks, and suggestions that take the reader on an exploration of the gardening basics and beyond -- even includes an 8-page color insert of sample garden plans that any novice or experienced gardener can create! The expert author team, assembled by the National Gardening Association, provides the reader with a wealth of knowledge on gardening fundamentals, like what kinds of plants grow in certain climates and how to maintain them, what types of tools to buy and where to get them, how to prune, weed and water plants, and much more.
 
 
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