Rodale's Basic Organic Gardening: A Beginner's Guide to Starting a Healthy Garden

When the inspiration hits to start an organic garden, many novices could benefit from a guidebook that speaks directly to their enthusiasm, their goals, and, of course, their need for solid information that speaks a newbie''s language—from the most trusted source for organic gardening methods.

In Rodale''s Basic Organic Gardening by Deborah L. Martin, 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 100 common garden terms are defined, and Smart Starts sidebars offer doable projects to build confidence and enthusiasm for expanding a garden when a gardener is ready. A flower, vegetable, and herb finder highlights easycare plants with good track records. Plus, there are no-dig garden methods, simple garden layouts, and many more tips and hints.

With a "no question is unwelcome" approach, a troubleshooting section lessens frustrations and encourages experimentation. Rodale''s Basic Organic Gardening is everything a beginning gardener (or one who''s new to gardening organically) needs to get growing and keep a garden going strong all season.

• | Author: Deborah L. Martin
• | Publisher: Rodale Press
• | Publication Date: Mar 11, 2014
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• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-13: 9781609619831
• | ISBN-10: 1609619838