Product Description

For many gardeners, the term "organic" has become synonymous with "safe," which makes sense, since avoiding harmful pesticides and chemical fertilizers is a big part of organic gardening. But going organic also involves selecting the right plants and garden locations. This guide offers:

• Ways to develop soil naturally, use safe fertilizers, manage pests, and battle plant disease without harmful chemicals
• Steps to grow an organic lawn, plus hands-on advice for cultivating vegetables, herbs, fruit and nut trees, and flower gardens
• Resources for organic supplies and information

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #465216 in Books
• Published on: 2001-02-28
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 360 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780764553202
• Condition: USED - GOOD
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From the Back Cover
Ensure a healthy harvest through environmentally friendly gardening techniques.

Want to grow an organic garden? This guide shows you how. From maintaining your lawn and choosing problem-free plants to growing hearty fruits and vegetables, you'll discover how to stay organic year-round and reduce your garden's impact on both the environment and your wallet.

• New to this edition — learn about the latest natural fertilizers, pest control methods, equipment, and gardening resources

• Is organic right for you? — understand the basic concepts of organic gardening and plan a low-maintenance landscape

• It all starts with the soil — test your soil, make compost, and nurture the underground ecosystem that helps your plants thrive

• Deal with pesky pests — from weeds to bugs to diseases, discover the specific control measures and products for organic pest management

• Food, glorious food — grow the freshest, tastiest, and most nutritious fruits, vegetables, herbs, and nuts

Open the book and find:

• The benefits of gardening organically

• Hands-on tips for gardeners at all levels

• Color photos of successful organic gardening practices

• Guidance in building and maintaining healthy soil

• An overview of pest-control products

• Inspirational tips for making eco-conscious decisions

• Ways to attract helpful insects and other organisms

• Ten ways to have an eco-friendly landscape

About the Author
The National Gardening Association is the largestmember-based, nonprofit organization of home gardeners in the United States. Founded in 1972 (as Gardens for All) to spearhead the community gardenmovement, today's NGA is best known for its bimonthly publication, National Gardening magazine. Reporting on all aspects of home gardening, each issue isread by some half-million gardeners worldwide.

Customer Reviews

Easy and Informative
Good primer for a beginning organic gardener. You can read it cover to cover or skip around to find information on your specific organic gardening needs. The book takes a pragmatic look at the challenges of organic gardening while keeping the "first, do no harm" philosophy in tact. The technical information and references are comprehensive without being overwhelming.

Great book - easy read
This is an easy to read, easy to understand book on organic gardening. It is very straight forward and doesn't assume more than basic gardening knowledge - just as it should.

Extremely Pleased!!
This book is great for the organic gardener. We've enjoyed all of the information in this book. We highly recommend it onto others. :)