Organic Gardening For Dummies

Ensure a healthy harvest through environmentally friendly gardening techniques.

Want to grow an organic garden? This guide shows you how. From maintaining your lawn and choosing problem-free plants to growing hearty fruits and vegetables, you'll discover how to stay organic year-round and reduce your garden's impact on both the environment and your wallet.

• New to this edition -- learn about the latest natural fertilizers, pest control methods, equipment, and gardening resources

• Is organic right for you? -- understand the basic concepts of organic gardening and plan a low-maintenance landscape

• It all starts with the soil -- test your soil, make compost, and nurture the underground ecosystem that helps your plants thrive

• Deal with pesky pests -- from weeds to bugs to diseases, discover the specific control measures and products for organic pest management

• Food, glorious food -- grow the freshest, tastiest, and most nutritious fruits, vegetables, herbs, and nuts

Open the book and find:

• The benefits of gardening organically

• Hands-on tips for gardeners at all levels

• Color photos of successful organic gardening practices

• Guidance in building and maintaining healthy soil

• An overview of pest-control products

• Inspirational tips for making eco-conscious decisions

• Ways to attract helpful insects and other organisms

• Ten ways to have an eco-friendly landscape