Annuals for Dummies

The big downside to this book is its lack of pictures. There are lots of line drawings, but they tend to show particular stages of a process, rather than each step. Color photos are limited to one section, and since the photos are quite separate from the descriptions, they don't add much value to the book. With bullet-point lists, icons for highlighting categories like ecofriendly or timesaving, and simple tables and charts, how-to photos aren't essential. For folks who learn best with straightforward reading, the presentation won't be an issue, but if pictorial aids are what you need for learning, look elsewhere. --Jill Lightner

Product Description
This title guides home gardeners through the creation of a flower garden that's rich with colour from the start to the finish of the blooming season. Using photographs and illustrations, readers see how to design, plant and care for colourful gardens of annuals in any environment. The guide aims to inspire gardeners with expert advice on choosing annuals for any climate, designing gardens, keeping pests away and more. It includes lists of international gardening zones, mail-order sources and annuals by category.