Description
Book Synopsis“Straightforward instructions, matrices, photos, and illustrations make this one of my new favorite gardening books.” —Seira Wilson, Amazon Editor
Growing your own fresh, organic food in containers is a great way to begin your gardening journey! This friendly guide includes everything you need to know to get started. What’s holding you back from growing your own food? Are you nervous about having enough space? Do you question whether or not you have the time to make it happen? Are the growing conditions you have a little questionable? Is your budget at a bare-bones minimum? Then container gardening is the answer to all of your concerns! With a
minimal investment in time, money, and space, and
The First-Time Gardener: Container Food Gardening at your side,
start your very first garden in containers, instead of in the ground. You just may find you’re capable of
growing fantastic yields in spit
Trade Review"Basic-but-important questions (“What does ‘full sun’ mean?” “Is there a ‘right side up’ when you plant seeds?”) are answered; gardening terms are defined; and step-by-step, photo-illustrated instructions are provided in a fun, conversational tone that educates in a down-toEarth fashion." * New York Newsday *
"This book is perfect for any newcomer to the world of gardening. Containers can be a game changer in the garden. Farley offers details on appropriate sizes of contaners, obtaining proper drainage for containers, and the pests and problems commonly found on container plants. Easy to comprehend, great for gardeners of all ages, and packed with information, this is a great book to have in a beginner gardener's library." * Washington Gardener *
Table of ContentsIntroduction
1 Why Grow Your Own Food?
2 Decide What to Grow
Planting Recipes
3 Choose Your Containers
4 Container Gardening Soil
5 Sun & Location
6 Watering
7 Fertilizing & Soil
Amendments
8 Troubleshooting
Conclusion
Glossary
About the Author
Acknowledgments
Photo Credits
Index
