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.


Includes::

- creative garden ideas & border planting plans
- practical advice on care, maintenance & propagation
- illustrated A-Z profiles of recommended plants
- recommended plants for specific purposes, conditions & effects
- step-by-step illustrations showing essential techniques

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 gardening skills & on to the advanced techniques, providing everything you need to create beautiful flower borders in your garden.










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In this definitive guide, Alan Titchmarsh addresses key problem areas & provides easy-to-follow guidance on how to protect precious plants.

Encouraging gardeners to create healthy ecosystems, Alan talks through the techniques to deal with harmful pests, weeds, diseases & disorders & suggests preventative measures to ensure happy, disease-resistant plants.

* Directory of pests & problems with over 200 colour illustrations
* Good gardening techniques for preventing disorders
* How to select the right plants for the right conditions
* Advice on chemical versus non-chemical treatments
* Instructions for tackling problems in lawns & borders

This paperback book has 128 pages & measures: 23.5 x 19 x 1cm.









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Deals with the basic skills that every gardener needs to know & underst&. Think about what youre 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.



Includes::

* 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 gardening skills & on to the advanced techniques, providing everything you need to create & maintain your dream garden.
















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Few elements add interest to a garden better than a well-placed tree, & even small gardens can accommodate one. But trees are long-term investments, so its worth knowing exactly what you want before you plant. Here Alan Titchmarsh guides us through the selection & planting processes, plus how to look after trees to ensure optimum performance & maximum impact.


* Garden design ideas & where to plant trees

* Practicalities of location & aspect

* Ornamental effects for all seasons

* Pests, tree diseases & problems

* Illustrated gallery of recommended trees












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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 ...

The greenhouse is one of the most useful tools a gardener can have. It is a place to propagate seedlings, nurture young plants, experiment with exotic planting & hide from the rain.  This book provides all the information & advice you will need to decide which greenhouse is right for you, set it up & get your planting going, & all under the watchful eye of the nation's favourite gardener. The book contains guidance on selecting, installing & maintaining a greenhouse, recommendations on  vegetables, fruit, herbs & ornamental plants for growing under cover. As well as practical advice on general care, harvesting, storage, propagation & pest control, seasonal management guide an step-by-step illustrations showing essential techniques. Product Information:  •†ISBN:† 9781846074042 •†Author: Alan Titchmarsh •†Publisher: BBC Books •†Format:   Paperback •†Pages:†128 •†Dimensions:†19.05 x 1.27 x 24.13cm ...

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 garden design, planning & plant selection, this is the definitive handbook for anyone wanting to create a private haven in limited space. The book contains Ideas for front gardens, side passages, courtyards, balconies, rooftops & windowsills, tricks to make small spaces seem larger, how to’s on how to use every inch of space, including containers as well as easy-to-follow landscaping plans for all garden shapes & styles & guidance on growing vegetables, herbs & fruit in small plots Product Information:  •†ISBN: 9781846074059 •†Author: Alan Titchmarsh •†Publisher: BBC Books •†Format:   Paperback •†Pages:†128 •†Dimensions:†23.6 x 1 x 19.1cm ...

Water will bring a garden miraculously to life, drawing the eye more than any other feature. This guide shows you how to design & make a water feature to suit any size & style of garden, from a large wildlife pond, stream or rill to the tiniest pebble or wall fountain. ...

Tells the true story behind the nail-biting race against time following Alan Turing (pioneer of modern-day computing & credited with cracking the German Enigma code) & his brilliant team at Britain's top-secret code-breaking centre, Bletchley Park, during the darkest days of World War II. ...

Celebrating a remarkable fifty years on our screens, broadcasting legend & undisputed travel king Alan Whicker dusts down his suitcase for a nostalgic journey around the globe. He revisits some of his most groundbreaking interviews, favourite destinations & reflects on his incredibly varied life & career. In this landmark series, Alan Whicker takes us on an autobiographical journey through the second half of the 20th century. Classic clips from whickers world are inter-cut with new material as the nations best-known international reporter retraces his steps, catches up with past interviewees & reflects on how the world has changed ...