Food Gardening

Grow resilient, locally adapted food—no chemicals, no coddling, no stress. Tired of babying plants that refuse to thrive? In Landrace Gardening: Food Security Through Biodiversity and Promiscuous Pollination, author and adaptation gardener Joseph Lofthouse reveals a revolutionary approach to growing food that thrives under real-world conditions—without expensive inputs or rigid control. Joseph’s methods empower you to grow crops that adapt themselves to your unique garden, saving you time, money, and frustration—while increasing abundance and food security. This edition contains no ...

Whether they're baked, fried, or mashed, potatoes make a delicious addition to any meal. The fresher they are the better. That's why so many home chefs prefer to cook with their own homegrown potatoes. This book provides tips on growing potatoes in grow bags, including planting and watering instructions. Growing your own potatoes is a relatively easy process and can be a great way to start gardening, even if you have limited space.

Hummingbirds. Such a fascinating bird species that captivate anyone who has ever seen one to learn more about these "jewels of the sky". In "Hummingbirds: How To Attract And Feed With A Backyard Habitat" you will discover... About 12 different hummingbird species frequently seen in North America Best ways to attract and feed hummingbirds through feeders and flowers Our hummingbird nectar recipe that will continue to bring hummers back And much more! Order today and find out why this book is full of useful, insightful information on hummingbirds that will help you appreciate the fragility ...

Two manuscripts in one audiobook: Perennial Gardening and Growing Lavender. In part one, you will: Learn everything about perennial flowers, fruit, vegetables, herbs, and shrubs, and gain knowledge about the often-overlooked aspects of designing a garden. In part two, you will discover: How to grow lavender in your garden, how to prune your lavender for the best results year after year, and how to harvest your lavender safely and store it. Buy this audiobook now to learn more about perennial gardening and how to grow lavender!

Step into the green revolution transforming urban landscapes worldwide with "Urban Yield," a comprehensive eBook guide for the modern city dweller dreaming of a self-sufficient sanctuary amidst concrete jungles. Imagine the satisfaction of biting into a crisp, juicy tomato or a fresh, leafy kale plucked right from your windowsill or balcony. "Urban Yield" ushers you into this reality, turning your homesteading aspirations into vibrant, edible gardens. Navigate the complexities of city climates with our in-depth exploration of Urban Homesteading Basics. Learn the art of creating microclimate...

Discover the ultimate guide to transforming your diet, reducing waste, and embracing a more eco-friendly lifestyle with Sustainable Living. This comprehensive eBook is your gateway to making meaningful changes in how you eat, shop, and interact with food, all while contributing positively to the environment. Dive into the fundamentals of Sustainable Eating Practices, where you’ll learn the crucial importance of reducing food waste and the significant environmental impact of your food choices. Uncover practical tips for setting sustainable goals in your diet that are both achievable and ...

There’s something about biting into a fresh fruit plucked straight from a tree. That sudden explosion of crisp flavor tingling your tastebuds and making your mouth water for more is quite an experience. Now, imagine if you had grown that very fruit in your backyard.

How to prepare your home for a life-threatening emergency or catastrophe with this prepper-survivalist guide book filled with proven techniques, strategies, DIY projects and security methods from a prepping expert.. The normal preparations you make for short term disasters will not work when widespread social collapse, pandemic or grid failures strike. Governments won’t be there to help you; they will be pre-occupied with macro-political problems. This book shows you how to prepare and hold out through emergencies for weeks, months or years before local services are restored: This guide ...

When we use chemical fertilizers, we injure the microbial life that sustains plants and then become increasingly dependent on an arsenal of toxic substances. Teaming with Microbes offers an alternative to this vicious circle and details how to garden in a way that strengthens, rather than destroys, the soil food web. You’ll discover that healthy soil is teeming with life - not just earthworms and insects, but a staggering multitude of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms.

Discover the joy and abundance of urban green space with "Balcony Harvest," the ultimate guide to transforming your balcony into a flourishing garden oasis. Imagine stepping onto your own balcony and being greeted by a lush variety of herbs, succulent leafy greens, and even a spectrum of berries and dwarf fruit trees. "Balcony Harvest" takes you by the hand and walks you through each stage of creating and nurturing your own urban paradise, no matter the size of your outdoor space. Whether you're a seasoned green thumb searching for advanced space optimization or a budding gardener eager to ...

Prepare for Anything with Confidence! In Bug-Out Basics: Essential Items for Every Prepper's Emergency Kit, you’ll discover everything you need to build a comprehensive and effective emergency kit. Whether you're a seasoned prepper or just starting out, this practical guide provides clear, actionable advice on selecting and packing the essential gear for any crisis situation. Inside, you’ll find: Must-Have Supplies: Detailed lists and recommendations for the critical items every emergency kit should include, from food and water to first aid and tools. Survival Gear Essentials: Expert ...

Transform Waste into Black Gold! Turn your kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich fertilizer, slash your gardening costs by 60%, and become a master worm wrangler without breaking a sweat! Written by Caroline Hurry, bestselling author of The Rooster Diaries, this fun, fast-track guide to vermicomposting will have you turning trash into treasure in no time. Whether you're a city dweller with a balcony garden or a homesteader knee-deep in chicken chaos, this book will teach you everything you need to know about harnessing the power of worms to create premium soil for your plants. Inside, you’ll ...

Ever wonder if plants sleep or why their leaves are shaped a certain way? The inner workings of the plants you love are revealed and celebrated in this guide by botany expert Dr. Scott Zona. A Gardener’s Guide to Botany is not just another book on how to grow plants. Instead, it’s a botanical journey into what makes plants tick, delivered in layman’s terms that are easily understood and appreciated by both advanced gardeners and first-timers. It’s the chlorophyll-infused science behind the plants you know and love, whether you grow them indoors or out.

By explaining the lean system for identifying and eliminating waste and introducing efficiency in every aspect of the farm operation, The Lean Farm makes the case that small-scale farming can be an attractive career option for young people who are interested in growing food for their community. Working smarter, not harder, also prevents the kind of burnout that start-up farmers often encounter in the face of long, hard, backbreaking labor. Lean principles grew out of the Japanese automotive industry, but they are now being followed by progressive farms around the world....

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Looking to embrace a simpler lifestyle and become self-sufficient? This comprehensive guide will take you step-by-step through the process of starting and running your very own homestead. Whether you're looking to grow your own vegetables, raise livestock, or just get back to basics, this eBook is the perfect starting point. With chapters on everything from finding the right property and building infrastructure to animal care and food preservation, you'll have all the information you need to get started. Discover how homesteading can change your life, and develop the essential skills you'll...

Stop depending on expensive and unreliable food sources and supply yourself and your family with your own bountiful harvest.

In this practical guide, you will discover how mushrooms develop, cultivation techniques, ideal soil and climatic conditions, the best species to grow at home, and the exceptional health benefits of some varieties. Not many know how easy it is to grow tasty mushrooms independently in their own homes. Most people prefer to buy mushrooms of dubious origin in shopping malls rather than organically self-producing the healthiest and tastiest species.

When Charles and Perrine Hervé-Gruyer set out to create their farm in an historic Normandy village, they had no idea just how much their lives would change. Neither one had ever farmed before. Charles had been circumnavigating the globe by sail, operating a floating school that taught students about ecology and indigenous cultures. Perrine had been an international lawyer in Japan. Each had returned to France to start a new life.

Produce Your Own Food 2-in-1 Collection is the ultimate beginner’s guide to raising backyard chickens and growing fresh food—even if you’ve never done either before! This practical, down-to-earth audiobook combines two complete how-to guides into one empowering resource.