- Paperback: 160 pages
- Publisher: Kyle Cathie; illustrated edition edition (11 Mar 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1856265013
- ISBN-13: 978-1856265010
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 20.8 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
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- #63 in Books > Scientific, Technical & Medical > Agriculture & Farming > Horticulture
- #86 in Books > Home & Garden > Gardening > Garden Styles > Urban Gardens
- #94 in Books > Science & Nature > Food & Farming > Horticulture
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"For urban gardeners short on growing space, here is a plethora of ideas on how to create a relaxing, productive haven, whether on a windowsill or small balcony. Addressing concerns about pollution, the authors show how to design, create, and organically care for herbs, vegetables, fruits, and ornamentals in urban environments. There are also recipes and a list of vegetables, herbs, and fruits (including growing information) suitable for city gardens."
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Every year, enough herbs, fruit, vegetables and salad leaves grow in James's garden for his family to have something home-grown in a meal almost every day, summer, spring and autumn. Read the first page
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Every year, enough herbs, fruit, vegetables and salad leaves grow in James's garden for his family to have something home-grown in a meal almost every day, summer, spring and autumn. Read the first page
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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What a great book! Full of gorgeous pictures showing you how you can grow your own fruit and veg in a very small space. But not only that, the text is really informative, telling you how to make the most of the space you have as well as introducing composting and other gardening topics.
Most gardening books put me off before I've started warning me of every single thing that can go wrong - carrot fly, mildew etc. This book does have a section on pests and diseases but is written with a real 'give it a go' attitude - giving great solutions to many common problems e.g. companion planting. At the back there's a selection of recipes to cope with any gluts you might have.
Even if you're a really busy person, you should have time to give something a try from this book with very little effort. Great fun for kids too.
No garden? Don't worry - get this book for inspiration - as well as a few window boxes and you'll be well away!
Most gardening books put me off before I've started warning me of every single thing that can go wrong - carrot fly, mildew etc. This book does have a section on pests and diseases but is written with a real 'give it a go' attitude - giving great solutions to many common problems e.g. companion planting. At the back there's a selection of recipes to cope with any gluts you might have.
Even if you're a really busy person, you should have time to give something a try from this book with very little effort. Great fun for kids too.
No garden? Don't worry - get this book for inspiration - as well as a few window boxes and you'll be well away!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is perfect for the city dweller with a small garden to explore the possiblities of growing all manner of edibles in pots, up the walls, in the flower beds etc. it gives clear instructions and although it gives organic advice it doesn't get too heavy
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Well the reviews say it all. Very interesting read, and makes a nice coffee table book as well. Nice little funny comments from an author who is interesting, passionate about his subject, and blessed with a ready wit. I just can't wait to get a wormery...
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Nice photos
I find it hard to follow instructions but was looking for some inspiration so this book was just right as it is packed with excellent colour photos and clear, concise text.
Published 13 months ago by Lorainebow
Beautiful Book
This really is the ideal book for the novice who simply doesn't have the facility of a big garden or allotment, nor the knowledge and experience! Read more
Published 13 months ago by S. Skinner
Not for the complete novice. . .
I don't know anything about gardening, and I hoped this book would get me started growing fruit and veg. What a disappointment. Read more
Published on 5 May 2007 by SJ Wailling
Fascinating - informative, accessible and enjoyable
The enthusiasm with which this was clearly written is highly infectious. I spent an afternoon completely absorbed, and came away inspired and raring to get going on my own little... Read more
Published on 31 July 2000
A useful guide and a very enjoyable read
This book is so easy to follow and very interesting. It is packed with organic ideas suitable for a whole range of gardens from the smallest to the largest. Read more
Published on 1 Jun 2000 by sr@silverbeck-rymer.co.uk
A superb and informative book which helped me a great deal.
This is a splendid book which incorporates many wonderful, easy to follow bits of information and tips. Read more
Published on 20 May 2000
An immensely intelligent, informative, beautiful book
This is simply a delightful book. It is incredibly useful with all sorts of practical advice and great ideas about setting up your garden, what to grow, when to grow it, how to... Read more
Published on 17 April 2000 by Ruth Wyatt
An excellent, inspirational book - full of wonderful ideas
A superb book, full of inspiring ideas for the garden. It is written in a very user friendly way, and explains very clearly how to achieve the gardening ideas. Read more
Published on 3 April 2000 by jc@asquith24.freeserve.co.uk
An excellent book with great photos to inspire city dwellers
What an interesting book! Its ideas on the integration of ornamental and edible planting are fascinating. The book is well produced with beautiful photos. Read more
Published on 15 Mar 2000
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