The No-Garden Gardener: Creating Gardens On Patios, Balconies, Terraces & In Other Small Spaces

Book Description

Here's a beautifully illustrated volume making it possible for apartment or condo dwellers, or those with only a small plot of land, a deck, pathway, or even a rooftop to create a garden in a small space. A creative and practical sourcebook of innovative ideas and simple techniques for transforming a limited space into a gardening oasis.

From the Back Cover

No matter how small your gardening space, you can enjoy the pleasures of growing plants outdoors with The No-Garden Gardener. Discover how easy it is to turn cramped areas and window ledges into delightful gardens alive with color and fragrance.

• Everything you need to know about gardening in small spaces: window boxes, rooftops, balconies, and patios
• Practical tips for making a small space look and feel bigger
• Step-by-step projects to help you make the most of your space
• Directory of...

Customer Reviews

Reviewer: A reader
This is probably not a book for more experienced gardeners... but luckily I'm not. The writing on the design aspect of the non-garden seems common sense (and it is), but the book is a real treasure for the beginning gardener and those of us who just have two left thumbs. This is because it includes basic guides on such diverse topics as: plant biology, planting (from rock gardens to hanging plants), caring for the plant, propagation and pest control. Guides to planting and plant maintenance include diagrams and step-by-step instruction for easy use. The book's best feature though is its lovely photography; the photos are intended to inspire the reader with ideas about the design of their no-garden garden.

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