- Hardcover: 192 pages
- Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd (1 May 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1843305836
- ISBN-13: 978-1843305835
- Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 17.4 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 184,183 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Product Description
Allotment gardening is becoming increasingly popular as more and more people discover that growing their own organic vegetables, fruit and herbs is an attractive and achievable option. Gardening also has additional benefits: it is an excellent way to take exercise and can be very therapeutic. The Allotment Handbook is full of practical information and tips on every aspect of growing produce on an allotment. Beginning with the basics, there is information on finding a plot, preparing the soil, dealing with weeds, crop rotation and planting the beds. A chapter on gardening techniques covers propagation, protecting your plants, pruning and harvesting. A useful month-by-month section provides at-a-glance information on key tasks and gives pointers and tips to help keep the allotment productive all year round. Comprehensive directories of vegetables, fruit and herbs include information on sowing, varieties and pest and disease control. The book also includes useful information on allotments and the law, with resources and addresses for gardeners. With reliable, practical information and an easy-to-use format, this is the perfect companion for every existing or prospective allotment owne
About the Author
Caroline Foley is a freelance garden writer who contributes to newspapers and magazines including Country Living and Gardens Illustrated. She trained as a garden designer at the English Gardening School and with the City and Guilds. Her first book, Practical Allotment Gardening is also published by New Holland. She lives in Islington, London.
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147 of 147 people found the following review helpful
Two nice features about this book set it apart from the rest of the gardening books that I have read so far:
1) an in-depth explanation about how to get rid of weeds on your new plot
2) a month-by-month list of jobs to do, which I liked more than others I have seen (though it is not as exhaustive as I would like)
It also had a nice garden plan and a good section on fruit.
Still, it loses a star for hinting at things and leaving the reader hungry for detail; Using examples rather than lists. 'Other reasons for fertilizing are when your plants need a boost-hungry ones like tomatos...' Ok, but who else is hungry? *I* have no idea!
Overall, a book worth buying if you're starting out to create a kitchen garden.
140 of 140 people found the following review helpful
This is a brilliant book. I have been growing fruit and veg on my allotment for a couple of years now and this book has really helped me. I have plenty of heavyweight gardening manuals and guides, but this is my first point of call whenever I have a problem or question about what to do next. It covers all of the basics and a bit more without going into too much depth. Nine times out of ten it has all the info I need. It is well laid out and is full of useful information and practical advice.
If you are interested in growing your own food, but don't know where to start, or if you are an old hand but want an easy to read reference book that doesn't weigh in at 4 tonnes, then this is the book for you
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
I agree entirely with the two reviews here. I won't bother repeating the same things they have said but just add one new point:
The thing I particularly like about this book is the section that is split into months - a 'chapter' for each month. This tells you all the things you should be doing that month including the preparations you should be making for planting, sewing, etc., in the following months. The information is clear, well put, and to the point.
It really is a great book. In my house there are several gardening books, but this is the one that I look to first - and it is usually the only one I need to look at too.
The thing I particularly like about this book is the section that is split into months - a 'chapter' for each month. This tells you all the things you should be doing that month including the preparations you should be making for planting, sewing, etc., in the following months. The information is clear, well put, and to the point.
It really is a great book. In my house there are several gardening books, but this is the one that I look to first - and it is usually the only one I need to look at too.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Good introduction, but waffly and a little lacking in content
Caroline Foley's book is worth reading if you're starting out with an allotment - but there are better books out there. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Guru Saj
brilliant book
It is absolutely perfect for an "Allotment Beginner". Very informative, I couldn't put it down, sat down to read it as soon as I received it. I shall get much use out of it.
Published 7 months ago by Mrs. H. Parker
Good for beginners
Heading into retirement, an allotment can be daunting. Read this book first and if you stop and think before digging, plan and do a bit at a time, it all makes sense and comes... Read more
Published on 16 April 2010 by Mr. J. C. Smith
The Allotment Handbook
Practical, well written, realistic, well structured, easy to use, stuffed full of inforation, logically laid out.... Read more
Published on 15 Oct 2009 by Peter Burke
The Allotment Handbook
I bought this for my gardener's 60th birthday. He says it is a very useful book and he often refers to it. Some of it confirms what he already knows and some it is new to him.
Published on 31 July 2009 by Ms. L. Clarke
Great reference book
Being new allotment holders but not new to gardening, we wanted a book that covered more than just the basics and this was a good choice. Read more
Published on 11 May 2009 by Fletch
The Allotment Handbook
The Allotment Handbook
Easy & interesting to read & refer to. The month-by-month section is very useful. Read more
Easy & interesting to read & refer to. The month-by-month section is very useful. Read more
Published on 28 April 2009 by Mr. S. J. Clark
A bit complicated
I wouldnt recommend this book for complete beginners like myself as it is a bit complicated and can get a bit confusing.
Published on 16 April 2009 by Ms. Sarah Bishop
First point of reference
I have quite a number of books on allotment and vegetable gardening from the technical to the anecdotal. This is the one I refer to for planning and planting on a day to day basis.
Published on 10 April 2008 by Mrs Soup
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