General garden-building skills (from "Do I need to dig?" to "Where do I dig?") and specific techniques (from "How do I plant a seed?" to "How much should I water?") are presented in growing-season order -- from garden planning and planting to growing and harvesting. Many other need-to-know topics like soil, compost, seeds, pest control, and weeds are explained in simple language to ensure success, even on a small scale, on the first try. More than...

""The popularity of organic gardening just keeps growing, as more and more people worry about our earth's delicate ecosystems and choose to forgo chemicals. Plus, these lucky gardeners get to enjoy delicious fresh produce from their own backyards! Going the natural route is easy with [this book], which provides eco-conscious gardeners with practical advice on cultivating fruit, vegetables, herbs, and other plants. It covers all the essentials: selecting...

"The ultimate starter guide to a naturally healthy home garden"--Publisher's description. "Imagine cooking with organic tomatoes right off the vine or seasoning with fresh, homegrown herbs. Organic Gardening for Beginners shows aspiring home gardeners how to get started. Learn to raise dozens of fruits and veggies at home with sustainable and eco-friendly practices that protect the environment and produce safe, nutritious food--no grocery store required....

For some people, gardening is a passion. Some people garden just as a hobby. For still others, it?s a way to feed their families. We think Shirley Mac Claine's character in "Steel Magnolias" said it best. "Because that's what Southern women do, we wear funny hats and grow things in the dirt." You don't have to be from the South or be a woman, or even wear a funny hat to enjoy gardening. The thrill of seeing your first red, ripe tomato or watching...

"The Elements of organic gardening is a practical guide to organic gardening as practiced at Highgrove and The Prince of Wales's two other gardens: Clarence House in London and Birkhall in Scotland"--Provided by publisher.

Put down those harmful sprays and pick up the tricks of natural pest control! Are you sick and tired of pesky insects in your garden? Do you want to stay away from pesticides and harmful poisons that could be hazardous to your garden and your health? If you answered yes to both of those questions, Bug-Free Organic Gardening has all the answers to your troubles. This expanded third edition (previously entitled The Naturally Bug-Free Garden) shows...

Whether you're new to organic gardening or a seasoned pro, adding an organic garden to your backyard, patio, windowsill, or even driveway has numerous advantages. You don't need a big backyard or a big wallet to benefit from this method. If you know the right tricks, you won't even need to spend that much time on daily maintenance. You'll Discover in This Book: · The Advantages of Going Organic · The devastation caused by man-made chemical pesticides ·...

To live a healthy and long life is now more achievable than ever before. The first step is to truly know what goes into your body. What better way to take control of your daily food intake than to grow your own Gardens?