Gardening Basics for Canadians for Dummies

Your green-thumb guide to gardening in Canada

Create the garden of your dreams with the right plants and equipment

Want a green thumb? This handy guide gives beginning gardeners tips, plans, and insider know-how for getting started with flower beds, herbs, vegetables, trees, shrubs, lawns, and more. Complete with step-by-step advice, illustrations, full-colour photos, Canadian resources, and suggested plantings, this friendly guide covers everything you need to get you gardening.

Discover how to:

* Pick the best plants for your climate
* Ensure that your gardening is eco-smart
* Plan and prep your garden
* Keep your plants healthy
* Create unique water and container gardens
* Troubleshoot common problems