This pocketbook of essential tips and tricks will encourage any aspiring gardener to pick up a trowel with confidence, whether they’re getting started in a small space or creating a strategy for a large-scale project. Learn gardening lingo and choose the correct equipment for the relevant job; manage common garden challenges, including pests and diseases; discover a wide range of plants and flowers and where they thrive best; and plan an entire garden, from choosing a theme to fine-tuning the details.