Kew Answers For Everyday Gardeners - Polly Stevens

‘What sort of soil does my garden have?’

‘When should I feed my plants?’

‘How do I deal with pests without using harmful chemicals?’

‘Should I only plant native species?

If you’re new to gardening, or have questions that need short and simple answers, Kew Answers for Everyday Gardeners is a comprehensive introduction to horticulture, broken down into 100 bite-sized lessons. With lists of ‘top ten’ plants for different uses, and a wealth of wisdom and advice from one of Kew’s own gardening experts, this book will show both novice and seasoned gardeners how to choose plants that will grow best in your garden and how to plant, propagate and care for them, and the best ways to protect them from pests and diseases while creating a sustainable haven for wildlife.