Lawns and Gardens

Green up your space with these books from the Grand Prairie Libraries.

Updated March 24, 2026
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Beautiful no-mow yards : 50 amazing lawn alternatives
Hadden, Evelyn J.
Paper Book
 "A compelling rationale for ignoring the siren song of the 'perfect' lawn, and step-by-step instructions for creating easy-care, planet-friendly patches of paradise." --Fine Gardening   In Beautiful No-Mow Yards, Evelyn Hadden offers the ultimate guide to...
Deckscaping : gardening and landscaping on and around your deck
Ellis, Barbara W.
Paper Book
Realize the full potential of your deck, whatever its shape and size. Barbara W. Ellis shows you how to turn your outdoor space into an inviting retreat with long-blooming flowers, butterflies, and a cozy chair. Ellis's straightforward, easy-to-follow advice on plantings, furniture, maintenance...
Dream backyards : from planters to decks, over 30 projects to create a beautiful outdoor living space
Paper Book
Garden renovation : transform your yard into the garden of your dreams
Schwartz, Bobbie
Paper Book
"Provides inspiration for turning a tired garden into an enlivening treat." --The English Garden Your garden, just like your house, sometimes needs a makeover. The change can be as minor as replacing a shrub or as major as pulling everything up and starting...
Landscape ideas you can use : how to choose structures, surfaces & plants that transform your yard
Peterson, Chris
Paper Book
A beautiful, inspiring book featuring well-chosen examples of landscape designs that succeed. This book goes beyond pretty pictures to include specific information on plant and hardscaping options so you can make an informed decision on which options make sense for your yard. Subjects covered...
Martha's flowers : a practical guide to growing, gathering, and enjoying
Stewart, Martha
Paper Book
The essential resource from Martha Stewart, with expert advice and lessons on gardening and making the most of your spectacular blooms Martha Stewart's lifelong love of flowers began at a young age, as she dug in and planted alongside her father in their family garden, growing...
Sugar snaps & strawberries : simple solutions for creating your own small-space edible garden
Bellamy, Andrea.
Paper Book
Imagine savoring fresh-picked strawberries on a weekend morning, plucking plump figs from your mini-orchard to quarter and serve at a farm-to-table meal with friends, or harvesting and sautéing the edible stalks of garlic bulbs. If the size of your space is bringing you back to reality, here's...

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