| Description |
xxii, 358 p., [8] p. of plates : ill. (some col.) ; 24 cm. |
| Édition |
2nd ed. |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Dépouillement |
Understanding the basics of organic gardening. Basic techniques in organic gardening ; Why garden organically? ; Planning your organic landscape -- Soil and fertilizers. Digging beneath the surface : soils 1010 ; Building healthy soil ; Using organic fertilizers -- Managing pests. Pest control and pesticide safety 101 ; Managing insect pests ; Battling plant diseases ; Outwitting critters -- Growing organically in your yard and garden. Weed it and reap? ; Planting how-to ; Raising organic vegetables ; Herbs for the home and garden ; Picking from the berry patch ; Fruits and nuts from your organic orchard ; Say it with flowers ; Run for the roses ; Managing landscape trees and shrubs ; Caring for your organic lawn -- The part of tens. Ten best organic gardening practices ; Ten ways to be eco-friendly. |
| Résumé |
From maintaining your lawn and choosing problem-free plants to growing hearty fruits and vegetables, you'll discover how to stay organic year-round. |
| ISBN |
9780470430675 (pbk.) |
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0470430672 (pbk.) |
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