Ortho's All about Container GardeningBask in the beauty of flowers so durable, pest-resistant, and long-blooming that they can even be used as fuss-free landscape plants With friendly language, colourful photographs, and clear diagrams, this book shows how to choose, combine and grow more than 100 top-rated flowers that guarantee trouble-free gardening. Complete growing instructions for the 100 easiest flowers; 16 weekend plans to decorate your yard with carefree colour; Friendly advice and labour-saving tips that guarantee success. |
Contents
Window Box for Summer | 50 |
Vegetables and Fruits | 60 |
The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map of North America | 93 |
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