Building soil : a down-to-earth approach : natural solutions for better gardens and yards /

Murphy, Elizabeth, 1976-,

Building soil : a down-to-earth approach : natural solutions for better gardens and yards / Elizabeth Murphy. - 200 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

A soil grower's foundation -- Guiding principles for the soil grower: the secrets of soil organic matter -- Alphabet soup: nutrients and soil-nutrient tests demystified -- Food, water, shelter, air: organic amendments to grow living soils -- A balanced diet: fertilizers and whole-soil fertility -- The dressing on top: mulch, water, and weeds -- Cultivation simplified: whole-garden planning from the ground up.

Building Soil is a simple book full of practical, up-to-date information about building healthy soils. Simple methods perfect for the home gardener's use put healthy, organic soil within everyone's reach. You don't need a degree in soil management to understand this book; you only need a yard or garden and the desire to improve it at the most basic level.

1591866197 (sc) 9781591866190 (sc)

2014036112

GBB505465 bnb

017010333 Uk


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