The Organic Gardening Bible: Successful Gardening the Natural Way

by Bob Flowerdew

This beautifully illustrated book introduces organic gardening principles, techniques, and pest controls for the cultivation of flowers, herbs, vegetables, and fruits in a chemical-free environment. An inspirational guide for an ecologically sound garden, The Organic Gardening Bible helps the gardener avoid many common problems of pests and diseases with simple, effective, organic strategies. Preaching that it is better to work with nature than against it, the book also imparts the art and skill of planning your garden to look beautiful and run efficiently throughout the year.
In addition to discussing chemical-free pest and disease control, Flowerdew also reinforces some garden basics, such as how to tend plants for maximum yield, and how to extend the growing season through the use of coldframes, greenhouses, and conservatories. A chapter on harvesting, storing, cooking, and sharing your bounty provides easy and effective ways to spread the enjoyment of your bountiful produce throughout the year; an easy and accessible yearly calendar details a month-by-month roundup of what to do when.

Genres: Gardening

224 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1999

Reviews

[Ninja Neko · Rating 3 out of 5]

I felt this book could have done with better editing, and at least a more comprehensive framework for its vast content. The amount of info-dumping was overwhelming at times. I did pick up numerous things I had never heard of before. Especially the amount of detail on "which butterfly uses this plant" as well as cultivation of edibles make this book very useful as a reference - I might try and source a second hand copy for that purpose. Not so keen on the author's flippant attitude towards peat usage in the garden and bemused by the (numerous) suggestions of harvesting one's own urine 🫥

[Miz · Rating 3 out of 5]

Obviously, this Bible revealed the path towards healthy gardening. But, realistically, "Organic Gardening For The 21st Century" needs to be used as its companion as, neither is sufficient without the other. And, neither will suffice until you get ten of your tender little fingers, knee-deep in soil.

P.S.
I only wish my name could consist of Flowers, and dew.

[Bart Gysens · Rating 4 out of 5]

Inspirerend boek dat je perfect als handleiding kan gebruiken om een proper tuintje neer te zetten.