Details Condition: Brand New Format: Hardback ISBN: 9780241636237 Publisher: DK Age Range: Adult / General Readership Overview RHS How to Garden When You're New to Gardening: The Basics for Absolute Beginners is a friendly, fully illustrated hardback handbook from the Royal Horticultural Society, designed to take the guesswork out of starting a garden. Whether you have a sprawling plot, a small courtyard or a single balcony, this 256-page guide breaks every task into clear, manageable steps, giving nervous first-timers the confidence to get their hands dirty and start growing. About the Book Published by DK in association with the Royal Horticultural Society, this handbook is built specifically for people who have never gardened before and don't know where to start. It opens by helping you assess your outdoor space — working out soil type, light levels and drainage — before moving through planting lawns, hedges, trees, shrubs and flowers, and growing your own fruit, vegetables and herbs. A dedicated Practicalities chapter covers the maintenance jobs every new gardener needs to master, including pruning, composting, watering, weeding and dealing with common pests and diseases. Throughout, the RHS's trusted, evidence-based advice is paired with DK's clear photography, diagrams and step-by-step visual instructions, so you always know exactly what to do next and why. Rather than overwhelming beginners with everything at once, the book is structured to build skills gradually — starting with quick wins that deliver visible results, then layering in the knowledge needed for long-term success. It's an ideal companion for anyone taking on a new-build garden, inheriting an overgrown plot, or simply wanting to finally get their houseplants and containers thriving. Clear, jargon-free explanations of soil types, light conditions and drainage Step-by-step projects for planting lawns, hedges, shrubs, flowers and edibles A full Practicalities chapter on pruning, composting, watering and pest control Trusted RHS expertise combined with DK's signature visual, easy-to-follow layout Perfect first reference for new-build gardens, allotments, balconies and containers About the Author The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is the UK's leading gardening charity, dedicated to sharing the best in gardening and helping people grow. Drawing on more than two centuries of horticultural expertise, RHS experts and Chelsea Flower Show judges lend their knowledge to a wide range of trusted gardening titles. This handbook is produced in partnership with DK, the publisher renowned worldwide for clear, highly visual reference books, ensuring the RHS's authoritative advice is presented in the most accessible way possible for absolute beginners. Why You'll Love This Guide Practical, encouraging and beautifully illustrated, this handbook turns gardening anxiety into genuine enjoyment. It's the ideal gift for new homeowners, allotment beginners or anyone wanting a trustworthy, no-nonsense starting point for their garden. Please Note: Cover design may vary slightly; this listing is for the UK edition with ISBN 9780241636237 as shown.