The Ever Curious Gardener Using a Little Natural Science for a Much Better Garden

Unleash your inner geek and let this irreverent romp through the wonders of the garden yield practical results.Curious why caressing your cucumber plants will help them bear more fruit? Or why you should grow oranges from seed even if the fruit is inedible? Or why trees need to sleep and how to help them?Join acclaimed gardener, scientist, and author Lee Reich on a journey through the delights of your garden in this laugh-out-loud treatise on the scientific wonders of plants and soil. Offering eye-opening insight and practical guidance, coverage includes: How to maximize both flavor and nutrition in your garden bounty Helping plants thrive during drought Outwitting weeds by understanding their nature Making the best use of compost Tips on pruning and orchard care Why the dead language of Latin can make you a better gardener.The Ever Curious Gardener is an irreverent romp through the natural science of plants and soil, ideal for newer gardeners moving beyond back-of-the-seed-pack planting to experienced gardeners whose curiosity at the wonders of cultivation grows deeper and stronger with each season.

ISBN:	9780865718821
Publisher:	New Society Publishers
Imprint:	New Society Publishers
Published date:	03 Apr 2018
Language:	English
Number of pages:	224
Weight:	352g
Height:	152mm
Width:	228mm
Spine width:	14mm

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