{"product_id":"50-things-to-do-in-the-garden","title":"50 Things to Do in the Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA pocket-sized,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eillustrated guide to pick up for spur-of-the-moment project inspiration or planning for a whole weekend of gardening. Fifty hands-on activities and creative ideas can help anyone cultivate a green space and delight in the joys of nature right at their fingertips.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoll up your sleeves and get outside! Packed with fifty fun and exciting projects for novice and experienced gardeners alike, this accessible handbook helps you make the most of any outdoor area. Whether you have a backyard garden, a small patio, or a few favorite plants, these easy-to-implement activities will make you see your green space in a whole new way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy-to-follow, step-by-step illustrated instructions guide you through activities for solo and shared gardening that are fun, practical, or both! Project ideas include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating features like a mini pond, topiaries, a cold frame, a rock garden, a sandbox, or a woven fence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting EVERYTHING from trees and shrubs to flowers, ornamental grasses, easy vegetables, and succulents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking your own potting mix from scratch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding wildlife passages and natural bird feeders to welcome animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd much more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith expert guidance from award-winning garden writer Matt Collins, \u003ci\u003e50 Things to Do in the Garden\u003c\/i\u003e offers year-round inspiration for one-day or longer-range projects that will enhance even the smallest home gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 CREATIVE GARDEN PROJECTS: From planting and landscaping ideas to DIY projects and wildlife-friendly activities, this inspiring guide offers practical ways to explore and enjoy your garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCONNECT WITH NATURE: Learn simple ways to create outdoor spaces that welcome plants and wildlife while encouraging creativity, curiosity, and time spent outside. These fun, sustainable activities can be enjoyed with family and friends of varying skill levels and ages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEXPERT GARDENING GUIDANCE FOR EVERYONE: Award-winning garden writer and head gardener at the Garden Museum in London, Matt Collins, shares approachable tips and techniques for gardeners of all experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA BEAUTIFUL GIFT FOR GARDEN LOVERS: With charming illustrations and a pocket-sized format, this guide is perfect for gardeners, nature lovers, families, and gift-giving occasions, including Mother's Day, Father's Day, birthdays, and holidays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEXPLORE MORE: This is the latest in the Explore More series—including \u003ci\u003e50 Things to Do at the Beach\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e50 Things to Do in the Wild\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003e50 Things to See in the Sky\u003c\/i\u003e—that offer fun, bite-sized projects to jump-start outdoor adventures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44769328332893,"sku":"9781797250755","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.chroniclebooks.com\/products\/50-things-to-do-in-the-garden","provider":"Chronicle Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}