For keen gardeners who spend every possible moment tending their plants, the chances are that their shelves are packed with expensive, glossy gardening books filled with unusual, delicate and beautiful species. But if you are a beginner, or just want to spend the minimum time in your garden for the maximum enjoyment, and don’t really want to pore over superb images of plants you know you will never grow, then, what you need is targeted, practical advice and information.

That’s what you’ll find here. In an easy format, you can look up any plant to find out the most popular varieties and how to cultivate them. You won’t be bogged down in rare species or varieties or confused by technical jargon. It’s all designed to be straightforward, practical and informative, so you can find what you want when you want it. And, who knows, you may find your garden becoming so beautiful, you’ll turn into a super-keen gardener after all.