ISBN-13: 9781500191870 / Angielski / Miękka / 2014 / 80 str.
Fortunately for you and me, organic gardening is becoming more and more popular as many realize our commercially processed foods contain harmful chemicals and pesticides. Maybe you never realized it before, but YOU can do something positive about this. In Organic Gardening: A Quick Start Guide, Martha Green will show you: - The basics and benefits of organic gardening - How to make your own compost - How to prepare your soil for planting - Advice on how to choose plants - Correct watering techniques - How to control weeds and pests without using pesticides - How to clean up and get your soil ready for your next growing season - Some delicious recipes featuring fresh produce from your organic garden Martha Green will show you how organic gardening is more than just making a conscious decision to skip the use of synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. It is about choosing to work WITH nature. There are: - Suggestions for conducting companion planting - How to recognize "good bugs" so they can help fight "bad bugs" - How to use peppers and garlic to create your very own natural bug repellent - And many other ways to enjoy delicious foods while cooperating with nature This quick-start guide is packed full of charts and pictures to help you figure out how to compost, how to test your soil, and how certain nutrients contribute to the pH of your soil and compost. So, head back up to the top of this page and hit the "BUY" button so you can be on your way to a healthier way of living--all while making a positive difference in the lives of your family and our environment.