The Secret Life of the Garden

The Secret Life of the Garden

by Dorling Kindersley (Author), Chris Beardshaw (Author), Dorling Kindersley (Author), Chris Beardshaw (Author)

Synopsis

Grow into a better gardener with Chris Beardshaw; BBC TV's "Flying Gardener" - now in paperback. From cutting and grafting to fending off bugs and pests, Chris Beardshaw, BBC TV's "Flying Gardener" and two-times Gold Medal winner at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, explains how understanding nature will make you a better gardener. Ever wondered why some plants favor light and others shade? Or how pollination works, or why soil is so important? Discover how gardening folklore, handed down through generations can be applied to your plot. Once you know what plants need to thrive it's easy to create a garden to be proud of.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 240
Edition: Re-issue
Publisher: DK
Published: 02 Mar 2009

ISBN 10: 1405338563
ISBN 13: 9781405338561

Media Reviews
'a clear, informative and beautifully illustrated read.' Amateur Gardening ' ... little nuggets of garden-improving advice.' Gardens Illustrated
Author Bio
Chris is known as the ultimate garden rescuer on the BBC's Flying Gardener and Hidden Gardens. He writes regularly for The Daily Mail and Period House. He won gold medals at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show (1988 & 2006), and Best in Show at Gardeners' World Live (2001).