BEAUTIFUL GARDENS MADE EASY Written by Elvin McDonald, of Better Homes and Gardens magazine; foreword and tips written by actor and avid gardener Peter Strauss.Step-by-step instructions and photos for 39 different easy-to-achieve and high impact gardening and landscaping projects.Teaches essential gardening techniques using a wide variety of plants. Combines the best gardening techniques and projects with dozens of plant profiles and growing tips. Projects inspire both beginning to advanced gardeners and guarantee success in a single afternoon. Materials, plants, and equipment listed for every project.