Making a Lawn

Making a Lawn by Luke Joseph Doogue is a concise, authoritative guide that turns lawn-making into an achievable art, blending practical how-to with early 20th-century horticultural wisdom. This non-fiction gardening manual walks listeners through every stage of creating and maintaining attractive lawns for country houses and suburban plots. Doogue covers small and large lawns alike, with clear advice on choosing grass seed, correct sowing techniques, the advantages of sodding, and the importance of good loam and fertilizers. He explains essential equipment — mowers, rollers, hoses — and offers time-tested strategies for controlling weeds, pests, and trouble spots like shaded banks and steep slopes. The original edition’s illustrations and diagrams inform the audiobook’s step-by-step approach, placing the guidance in its 1912 historical context while keeping tips practical for modern use. Ideal for DIY homeowners, amateur gardeners, landscape students, and history-minded listeners, this audiobook is valuable for anyone who wants dependable, period-tested methods for building and caring for a lawn. Listen to learn simple, effective techniques that still apply today and gain a fresh appreciation for classic lawn care craftsmanship.