Synopsis
It's a handsomely illustrated book about plants and flowers, but it's also much more. The author, a successful garden writer, and mother of two energetic, growing kids, knows from experience that pretty flowers aren't enough to make a good family backyard and garden. The area also has to be set up so that every member of the family can have fun. This book looks at yard and patio surfaces, adjoining structures, garden furniture and equipment, and garden toys and play spaces, and shows how to get the most out of them as attractive, functional recreation areas. You'll find a variety of photo-illustrated ideas for: patio designs, sandboxes for toddlers, areas for dining al fresco, spaces for setting up swings and other playground accessories, attractive spaces for plant and flower arrangements. Yards and gardens should be as good looking as they are places for having fun--and what's more natural in gardens than flowers? You'll find great ideas for cultivating plants and flowers on miniature terraces, in oversized flower boxes, amid an arrangement of hedges, or simply in favored areas of the yard. Other features include instructions for making compost, recycling, protection against garden pests, and neutralizing potential danger spots so that kids and pets are always safe. This handsome volume features approximately 100 full-color photos, attractive sidebars filled with helpful hints, and a detailed index.
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About the Author
Lucy Peel is the mother of 2 young children and knows what it is like to juggle time! She is a garden writer and journalist, and writes for numerous magazine publishers. She has contributed towards various HarperCollins lifestyle titles and is author of The Ultimate Sunflower Book.
Review
An extremely practical guide ... Wonderful advice for parents to get their children interested in gardening while highlighting safety features. -- Floral & Nursery Times, April 2000
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Family Garden: A Practical Guide to Creating a Fun and Safe Family Garden
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ISBN 13: 9780764109324
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