Packed with practical advice from leading cultivation specialists, this
concise, easy-to-use book covers virtually every aspect of garden design
and maintenance--from choosing a plot to selecting plants, maximizing
space and building raised beds. Plant Combinations for an Abundant
Garden shows how to create productive gardens by selecting the perfect
plant combinations. A comprehensive plant directory provides handy
information on summer-flowering annuals, herbaceous perennials, shrubs,
small trees, climbers, water plants, bamboos, culinary herbs, fruits and
vegetables. Practical advice and step-by-step instructions are included
for building up layers of soil with mushroom compost, covering weeds
with mulch, protecting plants with nets and plastic and much more. With
more than 300 gorgeous color photographs, illustrations and diagrams,
this book is a must for busy gardeners everywhere.