"Bob Flowerdew has been observing the interesting and potentially useful interactions between different plants for over 30 years. In Companion Planting ... he explains that companion planting simply means working with nature to get the best from your plants, which is key to successful pollination and the prevention of pests. He shows how to select plants that won't compete for light, space or nutrients in the soil so they can grow to their full potential. Bob answers all your queries in his usual no-nonsense, humorous style."--Back cover.

"With simple solutions to ensure success in the garden, Sowing, Planting, Watering and Feeding, one in the series of Bob's Basics practical guides, draws on Bob's 30 years of experience to take you step-by-step through the process of preparing for, planting and nurturing your plants. He will guide you round common mistakes, give you a greater understanding of how to look after your plants and enable you to master the basics of gardening in no time."--Back cover.