Take the guesswork out of seasonal gardening and plan your calendar with this practical handbook to ensure success and maximum rewards throughout the year. A concise yet comprehensive and easy to follow guide with each season divided into three periods and further subdivided into sections covering all aspects of the kitchen garden, flower garden and conservatory or greenhouse, allowing you to have fresh herbs and flowers throughout the year. Learn when to prepare the ground, the time to plant certain crops and when to protect. The book includes suggestions for creative projects and essential tasks, and colour photographs illustrate gardening techniques, with a quick reference style and glossary of popular gardening terminology and techniques. The guide is designed for anyone new to gardening as well as those wishing to hone their horticultural skills for better results.