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Instant Gardens: Practical Projects for the Impatient Gardener
Instant Gardens Practical Projects for the Impatient Gardener Author:Peter McHoy This is the perfect book for the impatient gardener The step-by-step photographic projects will help the gardener transform the garden area regardless of its size or the state, into a garden to be proud of in an amazingly short period of time.The introductory section demonstrates that the garden, with a little careful planning can be truly trans... more »formed without the need for expensive and daunting structural changes. The projects cover everything from being bold with boundaries to creating a gravel bed quickly in a day. Arches and arbors, obelisks and ornaments, fountains and ponds are all suggested for quick routes to a garden make-over.
The planting section is a practical and inspiring guide to choosing and planting the best plants for the best results, whether it is to fill an empty gap, provide quick color or break up a boring lawn. The key is finding plants which will have a quick impact and provide greenery and color even when they are young. The types of plants covered here include framework trees, filler shrubs, quick ground cover and water plants.
Ideas for finishing touches to the instant garden are also provided such as giving pots and containers a lick of paint, adding flair with distinctive pots and using a garden seat of a bird bath to create a focal point.« less