Ideal for first-time gardeners, Grow Lawns contains everything you need to know to choose and maintain the perfect lawn - whether that means formal straight lines, a playful space, or a hub for wildlife. Understand different grass types, whether to sow seed or lay turf, and maintenance techniques, including mowing, aerating, and scarifying. Discover alternatives, too, such as bulbs to add color in spring or wildflower meadows to attract pollinators. Find useful tips and tricks to help with your lawn maintenance.

Geoff Hodge is a gardening and horticultural writer, journalist, editor, and broadcaster based in Peterborough, England. He writes regular features for Garden News and has authored several RHS titles, including RHS Botany for Gardeners, The RHS Allotment Handbook, RHS Propagation Techniques, and RHS Pruning and Training.