The stunning photos in Martha Stewart's Gardening Handbook are worth the price of purchase (for you...I got my copy gratis from NetGalley : ). The book is well laid out and easy to follow. Each section is broken into logical, seemingly easy-to-follow guidelines on planting any kind of garden you can think of. I especially liked the sections on improving soil, choosing native plants, steppable ground cover, making seed bombs, and in-ground vs. raised beds vs. container gardens. I will definitely refer to Stewart's book when planning my own gardens.