Your green-thumb guide to planning, planting, and cultivating a gardenWith some basic knowledge, the right tools, and a little work, anyone can transform a boring old yard into a beautiful garden. This friendly guide tells you how. From improving your soil to selecting plants and caring for them, you get just the information you need to start playing in the dirt.Open the book and find:The differences between annuals and perennials and how to care for eachHow to feed, water, and mulch plantsThe best ways to plant and maintain healthy vegetablesSuccessful ways to start a garden from seeds