Synopses & Reviews
Since the 1973 publication of Storey's first Country Wisdom Bulletin, our commitment to preserving the arts, crafts, and skills of country life has never wavered. We now have more than 200 titles in this series of 32-page publications, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins contain practical, hands-on instructions designed to help you master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. From traditional skills to the newest techniques, Storey's Bulletins provide a foundation of earth-friendly information for the way you want to live today.
Synopsis
Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Building Blocks
Rock Particles
Air
Water
Organic Matter
Soil Organisms
Manipulating the Components
The Soil in High Gear
Food for the Long Haul
Soil Amendments Close to Home
Growing Your Own
Benefits of Green Manures
Fitting into the Garden
Planting Tips
Returning Green Manures to the Soil
Mulches
Composting
Using Compost
Fertilizer Possibilities
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