The Gardener's Handbook and Dictionary Book

Do you dream of owning a beautiful garden, but have qualms about the task of gardening? Now you can cast your worries aside. The Gardener's Handbook and Dictionary is a thoroughly accessible reference book that will take you step-by-step toward the garden of your dreams.

Packed with useful information and organized for easy access, this gardener's bible will provide you with all the information you need to design, plant, and maintain your garden confidently. It answers every conceivable question you might have, from how to start seeds to when to prune trees. It concisely details the ecological methods favored by today's gardener, such as botanical insecticides and drip irrigation systems. An extensive plant dictionary describes two thousand plants, including hundreds of newer plant varieties along with much loved older ones.

Handy lists put information at your fingertips---such as germination times, plants suitable for various growing conditions, and addresses of plant societies.

Whether your garden is a windowsill or a spacious backyard, let author Jack Kramer, a nationally recognized gardening authority, turn you into an expert gardener.