Creative combinations and effective methods for planting in small spaces -- Themed ideas for beautiful containers, from a tumbling viola basket to a cottage garden in a terracotta window box, including displays based on hue, scent or the seasons -- Essential tips on choosing the right plants for every type of container -- An illustrated A-Z of houseplants provides at-a-glance information for over 180 varieties -- How to keep your plants in top condition, from simple care and maintenance to identifying and treating pests.

This is a unique guide to all the essential techniques involved in becoming a successful container gardener. The book provides detailed information to ensure that your plants will always remain healthy and thriving: propagation techniques, composts and p

This practical book shows how easy it is to cultivate beautiful containers and transform a small patio area, a window, or a corner of your home. The first part of the book is a guide to container gardening and the second part provides information on caring for over 80 varied houseplants. There are themed ideas for beautiful containers, including displays based on colour, scent or the seasons. There is useful guidance on how to choose plants that are in top condition and to keep them pest and disease-free. An A-Z of common plant names and a plant guide concludes the content. With over 2200 photographs and illustrations here is everything you need to garden in pots.

All you need to know to create beautiful plantings, with clear identification of all plants used and easy-to-follow instructions.

Joyce presents simple instructions for designing container gardens, finding the perfect locations for them, choosing the best plants for any season, and providing proper care. Includes hundreds of ideas for complementary flower selections to create eye-pleasing mixes. 100 full-color photographs.