By Stephanie Cohen and Jennifer Benner

Garden design can be intimidating, but this book is a great place to start. It offers plenty of friendly advice, tips and dozens of plant profiles to help you figure out which plants to choose for your border. You’ll get information on:

• How to combine trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals and edibles for year-round beauty and interest
• Easy design strategies that really work
• Ten beautifully illustrated designs, such as a scented garden, a wildlife garden, a shady garden and more