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SUNSET HANDBOOK
Your guide to great gardening

How to grow, prune, propagate, and fertilize plants for your yard. Plus: win the weed war

Planting fundamentals
A successful garden starts with choosing the right plants and appropriate planting techniques Story

Propagating plants
Start new plants by sowing seeds, taking cuttings, and ground or air layering Story

Fertilizing and nutrients
Understanding your plants' nourishment needs, plus when and how to fertilize them Story

Pruning basics
How and when to prune, plus a review of the 4 basic pruning cuts Story

Managing weeds
15 common garden weeds and a survey of the best chemical and physical controls Story