| Talking Dirt: The Dirt Diva's Down-to-Earth Guide to Organic Gardening Contributor(s): Spiegelman, Annie (Author) |
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ISBN: 0399535659 ISBN-13: 9780399535659 Publisher: Penguin Adult Hc/Tr OUR PRICE: $22.80 Product Type: Paperback Published: February 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Gardening | Organic - Gardening | Vegetables - Reference | Personal & Practical Guides |
| Dewey: 635.048 |
| LCCN: 2009040346 |
| Physical Information: 0.67" H x 5.42" W x 7.62" (0.48 lbs) 304 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A lively and practical guide to organic gardening from a renowned garden expert. Annie Spiegelman's down-to-earth wit and wisdom create the perfect primer for anyone with a passion for home-grown veggies or fresh-cut flowers, no matter what their skill level, location, or resources. Includes advice on: -Learning to worship the worm and build a compost pile -Landscape designs-start small in order to create a basic plan for a plot -The secret to healthy soil (the only way to have a healthy garden) -Irrigation systems and strategies to conserve water -Proper pruning-from roses to trees -How to combine vegetables to make them thrive -How to let your garden go native and become drought tolerant -Edible landscaping and gardening in small spaces Talking Dirt is a one-stop handbook that features resources for shopping, learning, and promoting environmentally sound garden practices within local communities. |