Daffodils & tulips herald the arrival of spring, but from the earliest snowdrops to autumn crocosmias, bulbs bring colour & interest to gardens all year round. They can be naturalized in lawns, planted in containers, fill gaps between shrubs or form the basis of stunning borders. This definitive guide gives you Alan Titchmarsh ...

Lawns, Paths & Patios focuses on creating the basic structure of your garden, & complementing the basic features with planting, ...

Herbaceous perennials flower each year, dying down in the winter & springing back to life the following spring. They are central features in the landscape of a garden as they appear year-after-year & must be regarded as constant features. This book gives the expert view on the vast array of flowers available.


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* creative ideas & border planting plans
* practical advice on care, maintenance & propagation
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Deals with the basic skills that every gardener needs to know & underst&. Think about what you're trying to achieve, whether it be formative shaping of the plant, maintenance, renewal or rejuvenation. Look at the best tools available for the job & the different techniques to use.


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* guidance on selecting & using tools & equipment
* comprehensive instructions on pruning plants, including roses, shrubs & hedges
* tips on how to increase cropping & flowering
* advice on training for shape & support

Alan Titchmarsh imparts a lifetime of expertise in these definitive guides for beginners & experienced gardeners. Step-by-step illustrations & easy-to-follow instructions guide you through the basic skills & on to the advanced techniques, providing everything you need to create & maintain your dream garden.








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Successful gardens can be created in the smallest spaces, & in this inspiring & practical guide Alan Titchmarsh shows how to transform even the tiniest outdoor area into an attractive garden. With ideas for maximizing space & advice on design, planning & plant selection, this is the definitive handbook for anyone wanting to create a private haven in limited space.

* Ideas for front gardens, side passages, courtyards, balconies, rooftops & windowsills
* Tricks to make small spaces seem larger
* How to use every inch of space, including containers
* Easy-to-follow landscaping plans for all garden shapes & styles
* Guidance on growing vegetables, herbs & fruit in small plots





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The most successful gardens work with nature to create natural environments in which jobs such as pollination & pest control are left to the wildlife. In this definitive guide, Alan Titchmarsh shows how to create natural ecosystems in your garden to encourage beneficial insects, birds & other wildlife & establish the best environment in which your garden will thrive.

* Design ideas & planting plans for wildlife-friendly gardens
* Wildlife gallery showing common birds, mammals, amphibians & insects & how to attract them to your garden
* How to create natural habitats
* Recommended trees, shrubs & flowers for biodiversity
* Seasonal tasks for the year





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Best-selling author Alan Titchmarsh brings us the definitive guide to gardening throughout the year.

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