Plants Are Like People

shows you how to make the most of your garden - from the smallest window box to the rambling acres of a country estate. In a lively, down-to-earth style, he gives you pointers on the personalities of your plants and tells: * how the three P's - Pride, Persistence and Patience - can save both gardener and garden * how the "dandruff treatment" can gie you a lush, healthy lawn * why you should pick a shade tree the way you would a mate - since the tree and your house are going to be married even longer than you are! * when to spare the rod and spoil the tree - or how to whip your lazy growers! * when to call the doctor Also included at the end of each chapter is a question- and-answer section that will help you deal with your plants most common problems. --from book's back cover