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Books > Children's & Educational > Leisure interests, hobbies & sport > Practical interests & handicrafts > Gardening: general interest > General
Snowdrops and crocuses yield to tulips and hyacinths, then dogwood
blossoms, iris, lupine, daisies, morning glories, daylilies,
geraniums, peonies, sunflowers, roses, and chrysanthemums as spring
passes to summer, then autumn. At last the garden slumbers into
winter under a blanket of snow, preparing next year's procession of
blooms. Like actors crossing a stage, flowers narrate the passing
seasons in the first person, each one briefly proclaiming its
unique and vital role in the natural world. Backmatter descriptions
complete this child's introduction to a garden year, in which the
passage of time is vividly realized. Fountas & Pinnell Level L
Discover the joys of gardening with My First Outdoor Garden, an
interactive and illustrated guide for the youngest of gardeners.
This book teaches you everything you need to know to succeed in
your first foray into raising plants. After following the easy
steps, you'll soon learn how to sow, plant, plow, and water
anything you choose to plant, including pineapples, carrots,
geraniums, or even daffodils. In no time at all, you'll be proudly
showing off all the beautiful plants in your garden! Learn all
about: Necessary gardening tools and materials Choosing the perfect
space for your garden Building your very own box garden (or raised
bed) Using nutrient-rich garden soil Choosing the right plants for
your garden Properly watering and weeding your plants Making your
own compost Protecting your garden from harmful visitors and more!
Few things are more exciting than planning your garden and watching
its plants grow big and strong!
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