The Lawn Expert (Expert Series)

Very informative

Dr Hessayon's gardening books are very good and this one on lawn care is no exception. The book arrived very promptly from Amazon and was in pristine condition (Unlike so many at my local garden centres) and it was £2 cheaper. The book is printed on quite thick paper which makes it appear a little thicker than the content really requires but consequently the print quality is good and the pages more hard-wearing especially useful if you're reading it outside in all weathers. The technical information is top-drawer. Different types of grass, weeds, care, fertilisers are all listed and described in great detail. It is very well written, easy to understand but has plenty of technical detail. Mowing, raking, scarifying, seeding, turfing; you name it, it's all here and covered well with clear diagrams for those of us who like to look at the pictures too. For a good all round view on lawns and green areas this book is perfect.

The lawn is looking first class with a deep green quality finish well worth the effort to maintain the quality of the lawn and neighbours admire the quality of the lawn

Great book as described. Good for my Horticulture course. Quick delivery. Would do business with again

This is an excellent book, well written and easy to understand. I bought this as a replacement for a copy I have had for over 10 years, and which had become worn out through use. I refer to it throughout the year, and if ever I have a problem on my lawn, I can usually find the answer here. There are lots of useful tips and I wouldn't be without it.If you are looking for a book to help you have a great lawn, then this is the one.

Brilliant Guidance book referring to your grass and how to maintain it.Although I already knew a lot of the stuff, for someone with little knowledge it will provide you with the essential bits of information of improviding your garden on a root level.As with all the 'Expert' series, they are easy to read and are the layout provides a clear presentation of the information.

I have been working to remove all my new build gardens lawn this is the tool you need! Immense knowledge and advice. Everything you need to know is in this book! What you dont know from it you dont neeed too or is not worth knowing

This publication has been around since 1997, though its dated layout and graphical design reflect its part in a series of books that have been around for decades. Evidently, the author sees no reason to change a successful formula. Well, "if it ain't broke, don't mend it", they say. The design of the book is pleasing, with plenty of little sketches of plants and equipment; though to my eye the page layouts look a bit messy, with inconsistent page design, and artwork in varying styles throughout. It really could do with a revamp.It certainly lives up to its title, with a huge amount of information on every page, covering the whole gamut, from designing and creating a lawn, to feeding and caring for it, dealing with pest, weeds, and so on. It also covers such topics as meadow creation and non-grass lawns.Having said this, it is very in-depth and perhaps too complicated for the casual gardener. The clue is in the title, I suppose, so I `m not complaining. However, if, like me, you have an average lawn that you just want to be tidy, this is probably not the book for you. I simply don't have the spare time to dedicate to pottering with the lawn to the extent prescribed in this book. I'm not trying to win a medal; I just want a lawn that involves as little effort as possible.While this is a really good, thorough book, if you are not interested in a lawn fit for a Wimbledon final, but just want your basic tidy lawn for the kids, then I suggest you have a look at Titchmarsh's book, "Lawns, Paths and Patios".

This is a great book to have

This is a highly informative and well organized book that covers in detail all aspects of how to grow and maintain a healthy lawn.

Most of the information I already knewMight be good for younger beginners .Photo illustrations are OKBooklet is a nice size to keep for reference .