Kurzbeschreibung:

[b]Learn to:[/b]
[*]Choose, plant, and care for flowers, fruits, trees, and shrubs
[*]Grow vegetables and herbs just steps away from your kitchen
[*]Cultivate charming gardens in any climate
[*]Prevent insects and diseases from invading containers the eco-friendly way
[b]The easy way to get a green thumb in container gardening![/b]
Want to spruce up your indoor or outdoor space with annuals, perennials, vegetables, and succulents? This updated edition of [i]Container Gardening For Dummies[/i] gives you clear, concise step-by-step instructions for cultivating delightful gardens in everything from a redwood window box to a hanging basket to an old watering can. It also includes color photos to inspire your designs.
[*][b]Getting the dirt on container gardening [/b]- discover the advantages of growing plants in containers and learn how to maximize your garden conditions to help plants thrive
[*][b]Picking a pot to plant in[/b] - take a look around your living space and determine the best location and type of container for your garden
[*][b]Enjoying a summer fling [/b]- get the lowdown on the best single-season flowers, vegetables, and bulbs for container growing
[*][b]Putting down roots [/b]- find out which perennials, trees, shrubs, fruits, and berries give year-round impact
[*][b]Designing and decorating [/b] - take advantage of ideas and inspiration for creating eye-catching container gardening displays
[b]Open the book and find:[/b]
[*]Things you need to know before planting
[*]A quick primer on climate
[*]What to look for in a soil mix
[*]How to work with perennials and annuals
[*]Information you need to help you choose plants
[*]Why and when containers need water and fertilizer
[*]Guidance on replanting, repotting, and pruning
[*]Tips for preventing insect pests and diseases
[*]Ways to liven up your space with trees, shrubs, and vines