- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 2nd Edition edition (6 Mar 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0470430672
- ISBN-13: 978-0470430675
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 18.7 x 2.2 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,088,816 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Organic Gardening For Dummies, 2nd Edition shows readers the way to ensure a healthy harvest from their environmentally friendly garden. It covers information on the newest and safest natural fertilizers and pest control methods, composting, cultivation without chemicals, and how to battle plant diseases. It also has information on updated equipment and resources. It helps readers plant organically year–round, using herbs, fruits, vegetables, lawn care, trees and shrubs, and flowers. The tips and techniques included in Organic Gardening For Dummies, 2nd Edition are intended to reduce a garden′s impact on both the environment and the wallet.
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Ensure a healthy harvest through environmentally friendly gardening techniques.
Want to grow an organic garden? This guide shows you how. From maintaining your lawn and choosing problem–free plants to growing hearty fruits and vegetables, you′ll discover how to stay organic year–round and reduce your garden′s impact on both the environment and your wallet.
New to this edition — learn about the latest natural fertilizers, pest control methods, equipment, and gardening resources
Is organic right for you? — understand the basic concepts of organic gardening and plan a low–maintenance landscape
It all starts with the soil — test your soil, make compost, and nurture the underground ecosystem that helps your plants thrive
Deal with pesky pests — from weeds to bugs to diseases, discover the specific control measures and products for organic pest management
Food, glorious food — grow the freshest, tastiest, and most nutritious fruits, vegetables, herbs, and nuts
Open the book and find:
The benefits of gardening organically
Hands–on tips for gardeners at all levels
Color photos of successful organic gardening practices
Guidance in building and maintaining healthy soil
An overview of pest–control products
Inspirational tips for making eco–conscious decisions
Ways to attract helpful insects and other organisms
Ten ways to have an eco–friendly landscape
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49 of 51 people found the following review helpful
Easy and Informative
3 Oct 2005
Format:Paperback
Good primer for a beginning organic gardener. You can read it cover to cover or skip around to find information on your specific organic gardening needs. The book takes a pragmatic look at the challenges of organic gardening while keeping the "first, do no harm" philosophy in tact. The technical information and references are comprehensive without being overwhelming.
27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Great book - easy read
30 July 2007
Format:Paperback
This is an easy to read, easy to understand book on organic gardening. It is very straight forward and doesn't assume more than basic gardening knowledge - just as it should.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Cheap and easy gardening!
28 July 2008
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This is a straight forward manual on how to maximize your garden's potential without pesticides or store bought fertilizers. Additionally, there are many factoids on the "old fashioned" methods of gardening that were learned by trial and error over the history of humans.
It's a great source for "use what you have" gardening. For some things, like insect control, there can be more than one or two solutions depending on your area and what you're growing.
A handy guide for the beginner or intermediate gardener.
~Kendra Wesner, MLIS / Michigan
It's a great source for "use what you have" gardening. For some things, like insect control, there can be more than one or two solutions depending on your area and what you're growing.
A handy guide for the beginner or intermediate gardener.
~Kendra Wesner, MLIS / Michigan
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