Handy Gardener

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The only complete garden manual in a pocket-sized, portable format. Features an extensive practical section, with detailed step-by-step photography and artworks, which looks at all aspects of gardening practice and general plant care -- from digging to planting, watering and pruning to plant propagation. This is followed by an A-Z of plants, covering flowers, shrubs, trees, architectural plants, climbers. Each plant entry includes quick reference charts on care and maintenance, plus extensive cross-referencing with ideas for companion plants. Ideal for quickly looking up tools, techniques, plant care and pests, Collins Handy Gardener is portable enough to be taken to the garden centre, and makes the perfect reference while gardening outdoors.