- Paperback: 160 pages
- Publisher: Gaia Books Ltd; New edition edition (15 Mar 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1856752208
- ISBN-13: 978-1856752206
- Product Dimensions: 24.6 x 19 x 1.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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- #52 in Books > Home & Garden > Gardening > Container Gardening
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You do not need a garden to grow delicious and decorative vegetables, fruit, herbs and edible flowers. A balcony will do, or a rooftop, windowsill, houseboat, or small backyard. All you require is some basic know-how. From design to harvest, this book provides everything you need to maximise your outdoor space and transform it into a colourful edible paradise.
About the Author
Michael Guerra Is A Well-Known Lecturer, Writer And Radio Broadcaster Specialising In Permaculture. He Is At The Forefront Of Sustainable Landscape Design And Feeds His Family With Produce From A Small Backyard In The English Suburbs.
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Gardening is like learning to cook, start with the basics and with practice your menu will increase...Know your space and know your needs. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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280 of 282 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have been looking around for a book on this subject for some time and this one certainly didn't disapoint, it is very well put together with gorgeous photography and practical advice, there is also a section dealing with each plant in turn for quick reference, which is very useful. From the title it isn't obvious that the author includes information on raised beds, so it makes the book relevent to practically everyone who wants to grow food in anything but the traditional allotment type way.
78 of 78 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have an allotment, but only a very small one (about the size of a small garden) and so I can't just go planting masses of everything.
This book is fantastic at showing how the maximise the space you have to make it as productive as possible.
As well as suggesting ways to plant, it deals with looking after your plants and treating them to ensure you get a good bounty from your veggies!
Detailing each plant and how to deal with it, with good photography and a nice down to earth (if you pardon the pun) explanation - this book is a great addition to anyone wanting to grow veg without having to get rid of the lawn to do so!
Thos book will inspire you. It really is amazing how much food you can grow in small containers.
This book is fantastic at showing how the maximise the space you have to make it as productive as possible.
As well as suggesting ways to plant, it deals with looking after your plants and treating them to ensure you get a good bounty from your veggies!
Detailing each plant and how to deal with it, with good photography and a nice down to earth (if you pardon the pun) explanation - this book is a great addition to anyone wanting to grow veg without having to get rid of the lawn to do so!
Thos book will inspire you. It really is amazing how much food you can grow in small containers.
19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book for my boyfriend last Christmas as I knew he was interested in starting a container garden on our tiny balcony. He had absolutely no previous gardening experience. I have to say I have been amazed at the wealth of crops he has produced in just one year! He raves about the book. It has been a big inspiration that our table has benefitted from enormously!! In particular he loves the index at the back which he refers to regularly. It doesnt sit on the shelf; it is always around the lounge or kitchen as it is constantly being referred to! It was a very sucessful gift and a great book for anyone thinking of starting to grow crops in a limited space. It has revolutionised our miniscule balcony into a garden of Eden! My only problem is finding another book he will like so much for this Christmas......
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Great for beginners!
I found this (and still find it) a fabulous book with all you need to know for growing your own. Loads of excellent advice & tips, and really handy table of what likes, or doesn't... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Sal
A perennial favourite
This was one of the first books I read on gardening, and it's still one of my favourites. The author turned a suburban back garden into an edible paradise, and there's lots of... Read more
Published 19 months ago by E. Cooper
The Edible Container Garden: Fresh Food from Tiny Spaces
I love this book. Recommended to me by a friend, it has inspired me to turn the small area of concrete outside my house into a blooming paradise. Read more
Published 23 months ago by B. Vickers
The Edible Container Garden
I was very disappointed with this book. I was expecting there to be rather more emphasis on plants suitable for container cultivation. Read more
Published on 22 April 2010 by Marand
Great way to maximise your garden's potential
We bought this as a gift for someone and got such rave reviews we bought a copy for ourselves. It is a fabulous addition to any gardener's library, with great ideas and detailed... Read more
Published on 15 May 2009 by S. Gillard
Good but not the only book you need
I enjoyed reading this book, it has great tips on gardening in small spaces. It isnt just for tiny spaces either, it gives tips for people with small gardents too! Read more
Published on 18 April 2009 by B. Large
Attractive but not very practical
This is an attractive and well layed out book, however, I found it uninspiring and disappointing.
It consists mostly of text interspersed with decorative images, none of... Read more
It consists mostly of text interspersed with decorative images, none of... Read more
Published on 15 April 2009 by Mrs. A. L. Jones
Inspiring, excelent pictures, very nice but not that detailed
Well, this is a good book. Really good pictures, advices, design and plenty of inspiration and ideas for balconies, roofs, raised beds, window boxes ans such. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2008 by P. Bessa
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