Whether you care for a rambling country garden or a modest town plot,

'Gardening Secrets' offers a variety of seasonal hints and practical tips to help

you make the most of your outside space. For those who are inspired by the

year-round beauty of the Trust's gardens, here is a chance to learn from the

experts and benefit from their years of experience.

There is advice on pruning, planting and propagation for anyone who wants to

maintain and get the best from their garden – see spectacular results all year

round by planting for winter interest or designing your summer flowerbeds.

If you want to be greener in your own garden, there is advice on everything

from compost making and chemical-free weed control to building hedges for

habitats and companion planting.

Whether you have a large lawn to maintain, a conservatory, a garden by the sea,

an allotment for fruit and vegetables or a small urban plot for planting

containers, this little book contains sound, accessible advice from the experts.

The best gardening advice and secrets from the National Trust head gardeners.