The Thrifty Gardener

"Mark Lane's message is both simple and quietly profound: the most rewarding gardens are not always the ones that cost the most." — Mike the Gardener

Reduce waste and save money with The Thrifty Gardener.

Whether you're starting your first garden on a tight budget or looking for new ideas to save money and reduce waste, this is the must-have and fuss-free guide to better gardening.

TV presenter and garden designer Mark Lane shows you how to:

• Understand your garden and its four key characteristics—temperature, soil type, wind, and sun—to make informed decisions.
• Plan and design your garden with thriftier and more sustainable materials and learn how to budget effectively for larger projects. Take stock of what you already have, set a budget before you start, and know when to call in the professionals.
• Choose plants that will thrive in your soil, are easy to propagate, and give maximum reward. By choosing the right plants for the right place, your garden will flourish.
• Care for your garden year-round with effective seasonal tasks. Discover how to grow new plants for free with Mark's step-by-step guides to techniques such as seed collecting, layering, and stem, leaf, and root cuttings.

Full of clever tips, low-budget ideas, expert advice, and tried-and-tested plant suggestions, this book is as much about attitude as it is a gardening guide.

Discover how small, thoughtful changes can transform your outdoor space into a garden that truly works for you.