"The editors of Sunset-the West's most trusted source of gardening information for more than 80 years-have completely redesigned and updated The Western Garden Book in this new 2012 Ninth Edition. This edition includes a fresh new look, thousands of color photographs, fresh illustrations, and an easy-to-follow format."--Publisher.

Moss Ball Bonsai provides all the information you need to make these self-contained gardens, using different types of plants -- from flowering trees and ferns to grasses and cacti. A sampling of 100 different kokedama shows how even the most common of house plants can shine in this appealing no-pot environment, while a section on mosses acquaints you with the many tones and textures of this versatile plant family.

Demonstrates how to arrange native plants to mimic natural ecosystems that attract and provide for birds, outlining seasonal bloom and fruiting charts while offering close-up profiles of a variety of North American bird species.

"Keep your garden in great condition all year round with the bestselling guide from expert gardener Ian Spence. What is the best time for pruning rose bushes? When will your potatoes be ready to harvest? How do you encourage healthy plants to grow back each year? Discover what to do when with Gardening Through the Year. Keep on top of gardening tasks with month-by-month chapters and handy to-do lists. Be inspired by photo galleries that showcase each...