Praise for Landscaping For Dummies(R) "Exceptionally complete.... A reference that will make both dummies and seasoned landscape practitioners much better at what they do.... A superlative job" -- Joel M. Lerner, Washington Post "A lot of good, basic information.... This book will help you understand what a professional might do, from design to construction." -- Nick Harder, Orange County Register Includes color photos and professional landscape plans Turn your yard into a beautiful outdoor room Even if you don't know a perennial from a pergola, you can transform your yard into a picture-perfect landscape that's the envy of the neighborhood. This friendly illustrated guide walks you step-by-step through the entire process, from evaluating your needs and designing a plan to selecting plants and getting the work done. Discover how to: Produce a landscaping game plan Build fences, patios, and other outdoor structures Choose shrubs, flowers, and other greenery Find solutions to landscape problems Create special "theme" landscapes Get smart! www.dummies.com Register to win cool prizes Browse exclusive articles and excerpts Get a free Dummies Daily(TM) e-mail newsletter Chat with authors and preview other books Talk to us, ask questions, get answers