Synopses & Reviews
This is a practical guide to cultivating the garden.
Synopsis
Designed for the new and experienced gardeners alike, this practical series provides inspiration and expert advice on specific gardening subjects. Every type of garden will benefit from the ideas, which are all accompanied by full color photography and step-by-step instructions.
This book provides all the know-how one needs to grow his or her own crops, whether readers are looking to create a large vegetable plot or a small herb garden. A section on laying out a kitchen garden includes advice on design as well as showing inspirational plans for vegetable plots, a herb garden, a potager and a container kitchen garden. Planning the crops looks at planting rows, deep beds, crop rotation, phasing crops and inter-cropping, while greenhouses, sheds and equipment provides vital information on selecting the right tools for the job. With its beautiful photographs, and clear, practical advice, this is the perfect reference guide for every kitchen gardener.