First-Time Gardener

Name: First-Time Gardener
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ISBN: 9780007206827

ISBN-10: 0007206828

ISBN-13: 9780007206827

Edition: 2006

Authors: Kim Wilde

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Every budding gardener can make a successful start with the practical advice and step-by-step instructions of this illustrated guide. Beginning with a look at the basic elements--soil, climate, aspect, and light--it then goes on to show novice gardeners how to plan a garden and select a style that's right for them. The next step is "hardscaping": essentials like boundaries, paths, patios, and seating. Then comes the fun part: the plants! Aspiring green thumbs will learn the secrets of good planting and get advice on how to combine plants according to shape, color, and texture, and how to create container displays for year-round color. Packed with color photos, this guide is complete with an…

Book details

List price: $24.95
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited
Publication date: 3/1/2007
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 224
Size: 7.50" wide x 9.75" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.980
Language: English

Kim Wilde studied horticulture and planting design at Capel Manor before becoming a resident designer on BBC's 'Garden Invaders'. She has since presented daytime coverage of 'The Chelsea Flower Show' and 'The Great Garden Guide' as well as gardening slots for GMTV and 'This Morning'. Kim has written regular gardening columns for The Guardian and for Prima and Bella magazines. Alongside this, Kim continues to enjoy a busy pop career, her family and her garden.