This volume looks at over 1000 plants, providing: a history of where the plant comes from; a list of species to choose from; cultivation, propagation and harvesting details; and information on pests and diseases. It also features recipes.
This book critically reviews the British experience in Hong Kong with special emphasis on the tenure of the last governor, Chris Patten, and the discourse he used in guiding the transfer of sovereignty to China.
Companion planting simply means working with nature to get the best from your plants and, as Bob Flowerdew explains, it is the key to successful pollination and the prevention of pests.
Do you want to enjoy home-grown vegetables and fruit that are free of chemicals? Would you like to create a natural garden teeming with wildlife? Learn how to achieve both, whilst protecting the environment, in five easy steps with this practical and handy guide. Packed with information, checklists, step-by-step instructions and at-a-glance tables, in 'Organic Gardening Basics' you will find expert advice on everything from basil to Brussels sprouts and plums to pansies from one of Britain s leading organic gardeners.
This title shows that there is more to gardening than just putting a seed in the soil and watching it grow. It guides the reader through the process of preparing for, planting and nurturing your plants.
"More and more people are choosing to garden organically, but struggle to manage their gardens without resorting to dangerous chemicals. Chemical weed killers can be incredibly harmful to the wildlife in your garden, not to mention any fruit and vegetables you might have growing. With over 30 years experience of organic gardening, Bob Flowerdew has tackled every kind of weed in a variety of ways to devise the best ways to remove them and maintain a weed-free garden. He discusses each group of weeds individually, as they all need a different approach. Even seemingly ineradicable weeds such as ground-elder, convolvulus and fat-hen can be successfully dealt with ... will answer all your queries in a clear, straightforward manner, leaving you to enjoy your garden, weed-free."--Publisher's description.
Bob Flowerdew guides readers through the processes of pruning and training. He explains when is the best time to prune each plant type and gives clear instructions about where and how to cut.
Bob Flowerdew's Organic Gardening Bible is a comprehensive and invaluable guide to gardening in a more natural, sustainable and pleasurable way.
A practical guide to ensuring success in the garden, Sowing, Planting, Watering and Feeding shows that there is more to gardening than putting a seed in the soil and watching it grow.
Organic gardeners often face the problem of how to effectively eradicate pests and diseases without harming other, beneficial wildlife. This is where Bob, with his 30 years' experience of organic gardening, comes in handy.