A practical guide to natural gardens, from planning and planting to harvesting and maintenance. Over 1000 specially commissioned colour photographs and diagrams, with step-by-step sequences throughout. Covers all the basic garden techniques, including soil care, weeding, and watering and feeding, as well as pruning and propagation.

This book looks in turn at different aspects of organic gardening, from creating spectacular lawns and decorative beds and borders in the ornamental garden, and how to attract a host of beneficial creatures to the wildlife garden, to growing an abundance of crops in the kitchen garden. With its wealth of inspirational and practical photographs, useful step-by-step information and well-informed text, this book is a comprehensive guide for both first-time and experienced gardeners, whether you wish to start an organic garden from scratch or use organic methods in an existing garden.