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