The Gardening Book: An Accessible Guide to Growing Houseplants, Flowers, and Vegetables for Your Ideal Garden

By: Monty Don

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Synopsis: A fresh approach to gardening by bestselling author and England&’s favorite gardener Monty Don.&“Think of your garden like a meal. When you select a recipe, you&’re choosing it based on inclination, experience and circumstance. Making a garden, big or small, uses exactly the same process.&”If you are new to gardening, it can seem daunting—with Latin names, various soil types and seasonal requirements, it feels like a lot to learn. But with Monty Don&’s new book as a guide you will discover just how joyful and rewarding gardening can be.Whether you want to grow your own vegetables, create a child-friendly garden, connect with nature, or make the most of houseplants, Monty will help you unlock your space&’s potential, showing you what, where and when to plant. The Gardening Book gives you the basics to grow over 100 popular flowers, foods, shrubs, houseplants and more—each one has a clear, concise, format: what you need, timing, method, and step-by-step photos, all on one spread. It&’s a refreshingly accessible approach that will help you build a garden which best serves your needs and enhances your lifestyle.