Landscaping for dummies

by Chace, Teri Dunn

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Full title :Landscaping for dummies / by Teri Dunn Chace ; editors at the National Gardening Association, Philip Giroux, Bob Beckstrom, Lance Walheim ; contributions by Michael MacCaskety, Bill Marken, Sally Roth.

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PARADISE AWAITS, AND IT'S JUST OUT YOUR BACKDOOR Landscaping For Dummies 2e is the guide that beginner and experienced homeowners need to make their outdoor spaces and yards a dream getaway. Readers will find plans and tips for all lifestyles, whether they need a place for the kids to play or a shaded spot for entertaining. The yard should be a relaxing retreat from your busy life! Find joy from working on the garden beds, enjoy a summer evening when it's all done, and do it all withyour favorite gardening teammate, Dummies. Includes 8-page color insert. UPDATES: Update technology and materials in hardscape and irrigation sections. Add section on how to save water and other resources through proper design. Sustainability. Update plant lists, descriptions and varieties, including botanical nomenclature. Add pertinent Plans for Special Situations. For example, Landscaping in Fire-Prone Areas and Pollinator Gardens. Increased info on drought-tolerant and native landscapes. Update resources and helpful software, links throughout the book. Will greatly reduce last section, which isn't very helpful.