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'Alys Fowler explains how to fill your flowerbeds and containers without breaking the bank.' --The Guardian
'With a sense of fun and a passion for grow-your-own, Alys Fowler is helping to transform British Backyards.' --BBC Gardens Illustrated
Harpers Bazaar: 'As a presenter on BBC series 'Gardeners' World', [Alys] Fowler is already familiar to millions of horticultural enthusiasts. Her no-nonsense approach is encapsulated in her recent book 'The Thrifty Gardener'---- Irish Times:'Given that growing veg is the new rock'n'roll, it was inevitable that someone would come up with a book for the new generation of gardeners. The Thrifty Gardener by Alys Fowler (Kyle Cathie, £16.99) has a suitably funky aesthetic, with lots of sun-dappled pictures of fashionably mis-shapen produce, and of its photogenic young author. But as well as being pretty it is eminently practical, with lots of useful tips for the start-off gardener. Fowler-a highly trained horticulturist-advises on everything from what to plant and where to plant it, to ideas for containers (such as large olive tins and wooden wine boxes, which, she suggests, can be sourced free from friendly traders). Its subtitle is How to Create a Stylish Garden for Next to Nothing and the book has a timely, recession-busting slant, with advice on how to get free plants, make a compost bin, build a cold frame using a pallet and lots more.' --Irish Times
'With a sense of fun and a passion for grow-your-own, Alys Fowler is helping to transform British Backyards.' --BBC Gardens Illustrated
Harpers Bazaar: 'As a presenter on BBC series 'Gardeners' World', [Alys] Fowler is already familiar to millions of horticultural enthusiasts. Her no-nonsense approach is encapsulated in her recent book 'The Thrifty Gardener'---- Irish Times:'Given that growing veg is the new rock'n'roll, it was inevitable that someone would come up with a book for the new generation of gardeners. The Thrifty Gardener by Alys Fowler (Kyle Cathie, £16.99) has a suitably funky aesthetic, with lots of sun-dappled pictures of fashionably mis-shapen produce, and of its photogenic young author. But as well as being pretty it is eminently practical, with lots of useful tips for the start-off gardener. Fowler-a highly trained horticulturist-advises on everything from what to plant and where to plant it, to ideas for containers (such as large olive tins and wooden wine boxes, which, she suggests, can be sourced free from friendly traders). Its subtitle is How to Create a Stylish Garden for Next to Nothing and the book has a timely, recession-busting slant, with advice on how to get free plants, make a compost bin, build a cold frame using a pallet and lots more.' --Irish Times
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Gardner's World presenter Alys Fowler shows us how gardening is something you do, not something you buy. You don't have to spend money to have a great garden. Slow gardening - like slow food - is taking time to savour. It's the process, not this sudden transformation that matters. When you build a little, dig a bit, plant a little, harvest often and more importantly don't try and do it all at once, nature will work for you. For this is gardening that won't cost the earth. This is a book that will eliminate the intimidation factor and reveal the ins and outs of soil, seeds, sowing and growing. Designed to be highly appropriate for beginners, it will cover the basics like planning, planting and pruning using organic and inexpensive methods. Its quirky projects and thrifty ethic will mean that it reaches beyond the usual gardening audience - this book is for those who would rather be found hunting through a skip than be seen in a garden centre.
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is the same book as "Garden Anywhere: How to Grow Gorgeous Container Gardens, Herb Gardens, Kitchen Gardens and More without Spending a Fortune" - don't buy both!!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you already have Alys Fowlers other book The Edible Garden DO NOT bother buying this. The Thrifty Gardener was disappointing as there was absolutely nothing new in it and is basically a repeat of her other book.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I highly recommend this great book, ideal for all those who wish to treat gardening with some respect and save on costs. Methods we may have forgotten. Good common sense with innovative ideas easy for the amateur gardener to follow and enjoy. Then benefiting from growing beautiful produce.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
The Non Receiver
Did not get this book probably through the fault of the post office, so I am unable to report its pros and cons.
Published 19 days ago by Supersnapper
Another Great Book from Alys Fowler
As with all her books Alys has succeeded in giving lots of helpful practical advice. Plenty of good ideas on how to garden on a modest budget...
Published 3 months ago by Sunray
disappointing
not as helpful as title would suggest- interesting read but wouldnt have bought had I seen it in a shop.
Published 9 months ago by E. Arnold
The realistic&relateable gardener
I like the book for being aimed at the scale that most of us can garden at - space and budgetwise. There are some really neat DIY ideas and i enjoy the overall tone of the book. Read more
Published 10 months ago by babsifav
excellent book
great gardening book and I know it will be handy for me and inspire me.
Published 21 months ago by Shobhna Wayland
thrifty is good
It's a good book, lots of useful and practical advice to save money and recycle at the same time. Alice gets some criticism from people who say that she obviously doesn't need to... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Green Book Addict Librarian
Just the ticket
I thought this was a lovely book. It had loads of ideas for improvising and saving money. Just the ticket in these trying times. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Topnan
The Thrifty Gardener Alys Fowler
For anybody that enjoyed watching Alys Fowlers recent tv show on BBC2 this book is a must. Im new to gardening and she portrays a love of the garden like no other. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Alison Wood
One of the best gardening books I've read in a while
I've read a lot of books covering the basics of gardening, and after a while they all more or less start to say the same things. Read more
Published on 14 Mar 2010 by NoodleDoodle
Good inspiration
I really enjoyed this book. Well worth the price. I was quickly inspired to start working on my new garden. Read more
Published on 14 Mar 2010 by C. Moore
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