The living garden
Subtitle: a place that works with nature
By: Jane Powers
Edition: 1st Frances Lincoln ed.
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Ltd. Publishers
Published: 2011
Place of publication: London, England
Language: eng
Number of pages: 216
ISBN-13: 9780711230262
Subjects: Gardening; Organic gardening
Description: The Living Garden is the book for all gardeners (whether new or experienced) who want to work in tune with nature to create a beautiful space. Jane Powers shows that if we cut out harmful chemicals and use the right plants for our climate and conditions, we can make a garden that has a life of its own, in which flora and fauna are intricately interwoven. She describes how to plan and plant for birds, bees and other creatures (including humans) and how to grow our own food, look after our soil, make compost and plant potions, sow and save seeds, propagate plants and carry out many other essential operations.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Gardens for the planet; title: Circles and cycles; title: Soil; title: Planning your garden; title: Plants; title: Creatures: the garden population; title: Food; title: Helping nature garden; title: Gardeners gold: home-made compost; title: The garden year.