\"I would recommend this book to anyone starting a new lawn or improving an existing one." — Kevin N. Morris, Director, National Turfgrass Evaluation Program "This is the one book you should have, keep handy, and use often!" — Doug Fender, Executive Director, Turf Resource Center, Rolling Meadows, IL
Full Color Section Highlights Ideas for a Beautiful Lawn!
Grow a Lush Lawn — a Cut Above the Rest! No matter where you live, what you do, or how many kids you have, you too can grow a great garden of grasses — quickly and easily. Discover tons of time- and water-saving secrets for better planting, fertilizing, weeding, and mowing. With easy-to-follow instructions and lots of illustrations, Lawn Care For Dummies® brings you everything you need to know to grow a lawn that's the envy of the block! From Sod to Sunday Naps — Your Complete Guide to Lawns
- Compare the pluses and minuses of planting seed, sod, sprigs, stolons, or plugs
- Choose a grass type that thrives in your climate
- Unearth winning techniques for repairing broken lawns
- Discover ten surefire ways to help drought-weary yards survive
- Control pests with environmentally friendly methods that are safe and effective
- Select alternative ground covers that are practical and good looking
- Install a permanent, in-ground irrigation system
Also look for Hungry Minds' Gardening For Dummies
®, the fun and easy way to grow a gorgeous garden!
