Publisher's Synopsis
When you're just starting out with gardening, it can seem like there's so much to know and you've got a thousand questions. How should you plant your veggies, and what kind of soil is best? When should you prune your hydrangeas and divide your hostas? Is everything getting enough sunlight and water? The good news is that nature is a terrific teacher. The more you garden, the more you'll learn about what works and what doesn't. But for now, use this book to find the answers to some of the most common questions beginners have.
When her children entered high school, the author started a company which focused on interior and exterior plant design and maintenance. She designed gardens and lectured about gardening on Cape Cod and on the mainline outside Philadelphia where she lived in the town of Wayne for more than 27 years. She also designed and lectured in Memphis, Tennessee and Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Eventually, she retired to Cape Cod, Massachusetts and opened a store selling antique and unusual plant containers and garden accents. She also designed and installed perennial gardens She still spends part of the winter designing gardens on an Island in Belize, Central America. Her knowledge and expertise have helped both the novice and experienced gardener achieve the gardens of their dreams. If you have dreamed of creating a colorful garden for your home, this guide book is what you need. The author gives you the practical information and tools to build, maintain and enjoy breathtaking blooms and plants.
