The "magic" to growing gorgeous, green gass is all a matter of knowing what to do and when to do it, along with using a little common sense and a few terrific tonics. Whichis where Jerry Baker, America's foremost authority on lawn care, come in. For over 40 years, Jerry's been cleaning and greening up the most luxurious lawns in America using common household products like beer, dish soap, and ammonia. During that time, he's developed a simple, safe,...

345 do=it-yourself, fix'em formulas for maintaining a lush lawn and gorgeous garden.

"Invites readers to take a fresh, creative look at a backyard through playful, conversational text and fun tips"--

Upon moving to a new house, young Caroline and her parents encourage wildflowers to grow and birds and animals to stay in their yard, which soon has the whole suburban street living up to its name.

Rhymed text (crunch, munch, caterpillars lunch) presents a toddler's view of creatures found in the grass from lunchtime till nightfall, such as bees, ants, and moles. If you were a fuzzy caterpillar crawling through the tall, tall grass on a sunny afternoon, what would you see? To find out, just follow the tiny tour guide as he inches his way through the pages of this book. You'll see ants and bees and birds--hip-hopping bunnies too. You'll even...

"Ideal for first-time gardeners, Grow Lawns contains everything you need to know to choose and maintain the perfect lawn--whether that means formal straight lines, a playful space, or a hub for wildlife. Understand different grass types, whether to sow seed or lay turf, and maintenance techniques, including mowing, aerating, and scarifying. Discover alternatives, too, such as bulbs to add color in spring or wildflower meadows to attract pollinators....