Review: Very Very Handy...
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 07 29, 2012
Title:  How to Vertical GardenAuthor:  Jonah GreenReviewer:  George ShadowSummary:This book helps us understand the intricacies and secrets of vertical gardening. It is a systematic approach, which delves into the most important aspects of the practice. HOW TO BUILD A VERTICAL GARDEN, HOW TO PLAN A VERTICAL GARDEN, WHAT PLANTS WILL GROW IN A VERTICAL GARDEN, ADVANTAGES OF VERTICAL VEGETABLE GARDENING IN A CITY, etc. are some of the very interesting topics covered in this book.Social/Historical Context:As urban populations continue to grow the world over owing to migration, the idea of having a traditional horizontal garden for both floral and feeding needs is turning into a pipe dream for the millions of gardening enthusiasts now residing in cities. This book tells you how to vertical garden thereby saving space and time while getting your hands as dirty and as busy as you would have loved them to be in a traditional, horizontal garden.Writing Style:The book is written in simple English and is very explanatory. Steps needed to achieve a vertical garden are mapped out in clear terms all the way through its pages. This book is a layman's delight.My Thoughts:This book is everything it says it is.... Anybody hoping to go into vertical gardening as a hobby or a fulltime job should do him or herself a favour and get this book. Made me want to try something new with my wall...George Shadow is the author of THE BLACK BOOK.