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OverviewWith modern houses tending to have smaller gardens and many old houses with larger gardens being divided into flats, allotment gardening is becoming increasingly popular. Allotments also provide a haven in which to relax, meet friends and exchange produce and tips, as well as growing fruit, vegetables and flowers. From the basics of planning and design, through dealing with pests and diseases, to suggesting the best crops to grow at different times of the year - this book guides the reader through all aspects of creating a thriving allotment garden. Topics covered: Tools and equipment Hard and soft landscaping Improving the soil Encouraging wildlife Gardening around the year AUTHOR: Bridgette Saunders is an experienced horticulturist, plantswoman and lecturer. She runs courses on allotment gardening from her home in Brighton and teaches at City College, Brighton and Hove, where she enjoys inspiring her students to grow a variety of plants, both edible and ornamental. ILLUSTRATIONS 225 colour photos Full Product DetailsAuthor: Bridgette SaundersPublisher: The Crowood Press Ltd Imprint: The Crowood Press Ltd Dimensions: Width: 18.90cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 24.60cm Weight: 0.364kg ISBN: 9781847970220ISBN 10: 1847970222 Pages: 128 Publication Date: 27 July 2009 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationBridgette Saunders is an experienced horticulturist, plantswoman and lecturer. She runs courses on allotment gardening from her home [www.thegardenhousebrighton.co.uk] in Brighton and teaches at City College, Brighton and Hove, where she enjoys inspiring her students to grow a variety of plants, both edible and ornamental. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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