Better Homes and Gardens Step-By-Step Yard Care (Better Homes & Gardens Step-By-Step)

From Library Journal This book offers excellent guidance for the homeowner who is planning a lawn, whether in a Northern or a Southern plant environment. Included are clear directions for selecting grass and planting a yard; information on mowing, feeding, and aerating the lawn; and tips on controlling weeds, pests, and diseases. If you prefer ground cover, ornamental grasses, or vines, they're here, too. You will also find information about trees and shrubs and the challenges associated with them. Finally, if you want to do some work with walks, walls, fences, or outdoor lighting, you'll find information on these projects. Clear photos and text are used to explain how to care for your yard. An ideal book for a beginner; expect demand when your gardening season begins.