Want to start a garden, but don't know how? Gardening Basics for Beginners gives you the information you need to successfully and confidently plant and grow a thriving garden. With this book, you'll receive expert advice on gardening basics, such as: – choosing your garden's location – prepping your garden site – picking the right tools and supplies – navigating a garden center to make the most of your shopping experience Of course, you'll want to choose the right kind of plants for your location and climate. But the wealth of information you'll find on various packets, labels, and zone maps can be confusing. In Gardening Basics for Beginners, you'll learn how to read: – seed packets – plant tags – hardiness zone maps – fertilizer labels No matter your previous gardening experience, Gardening Basics for Beginners arms you with the knowledge to explore a variety of plant types, including: – annuals – perennials – bulbs – trees – shrubs -fruits and vegetables