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So you've decided to become more self-sufficient, and you're fired up about growing your own food! You just have to stick the seeds in the ground and water them, right? But as the leaves of your crops begin to yellow and your garden beds get ravaged by weeds and pests, your enthusiasm quickly dwindles. This is when most new gardeners quit, never fully understanding the reason why their garden failed. And that reason is poor soil.

This spring planting edition will tell you what you need to know for flowering and non-flowering plants generally started in the spring. The friendly neighborhood deer will find your yard too much trouble or not very appetizing and decide to visit your neighbor's yard instead. So simple, even someone who has never had a garden before can do it! Special bonus section will list plants repellent to rabbits! If you want a beautiful garden that deer ignore but neighbors admire, listen to this book.

This book is a comprehensive guide to growing and caring for citrus trees, covering all aspects of citrus gardening from selecting the right citrus tree varieties, planting and pruning techniques, managing pests and diseases, watering and irrigation, harvesting and storing citrus fruits, creative uses for citrus fruits and leaves, and troubleshooting common problems in citrus gardening.

Does the idea of building a self-sustainable nature’s wheel in your backyard sound exciting but a bit intimidating? There’s no need! With the right guidebook, building your first aquaponic garden can be pretty simple. What’s more, these systems are easy to maintain and can yield crops in almost any climate environment. With aquaponic gardens, you get the best out of gardening with zero troubles with pests!

Are you looking for some really great homemade spice mixes, that contain some of natures best anti-inflammatory ingredients? Well, this book has exactly what you are looking for.

In The Backyard Garden: A Beginner’s Guide to Self-Sufficient Mini Farming, you’ll learn everything you need to get started on your journey toward full self-sufficiency.

Learn how to grow clean and delicious food even when you’re tight on space. Are you having a hard time finding high-quality food that is actually healthy? Are you fed up with paying boatloads of money for organic produce and want a more affordable option? Do you want to become self-sufficient in feeding yourself and learn how to grow your favorite veggies regardless of your previous experience with gardening or your available space? If any or all of the above stands true for your situation, then it’s your big day; you’ve found the key to healthier and more sustainable living!

Join the thousands and thousands of people who have discovered the rewarding hobby of foraging. Edible greens, fruits, mushrooms and nuts are there for the taking, and with a little research, you can learn how to tell the difference between edible plants and herbs and the ones you have to avoid! Foraging is a great survival skill and if you want to nurture it you need to start practicing right now. Once you can forage wild edible plants, you make surviving in the wild possible not only for yourself but for your loved ones as well.

Sprouting is a great way to obtain nutrients, minerals, and vitamins you can add to your diet. Sprouts are easy to grow, and you can use them in sweet and savory recipes. The main focus of this informative audiobook is to guide people interested in sprouting seeds for leisure or commercial purposes. It is unique in that it provides a hands-on approach to different aspects of sprouting and is effective for comprehensive planning, yet is presented in an easy-to-understand, engaging foray into this unique type of “gardening”. Master the skill of sprouting today!

Attention 30-minute chefs! Are you or your family on-the-go and wondering about healthy food choices and trying to save money? You can easily become a 30-minute chef with this guide at your side! Grocery shopping doesn’t have to break the bank! Use the tips and recipes found in this guide to help you eat healthy and save. By using better ingredients, you are totally in control as to exactly what goes into your food prep - not just for you, but your family, too.

"The Complete Vegetable Gardening Solution" offers an accessible guide for transforming small urban spaces into productive vegetable gardens, even for those with limited space, poor soil, or no prior experience. It addresses common challenges like pest control, water management, and soil quality, offering organic solutions for improving plant health without harmful chemicals. The book includes step-by-step instructions on soil improvement, composting, and innovative techniques like vertical and container gardening, making it suitable for balconies, rooftops, or backyards.

Herbs are the most liberating and confidence-boosting of ingredients: grow some and you feel like a proper gardener, bring some into the kitchen and you feel like a proper cook. They allow you to experiment and bring individuality to your cooking while, at the same time, anchoring you in sound culinary tradition because herbs are often responsible for those key flavours that 'make' a dish. Not only that but they are a step on the road to a more self-sufficient, homegrown, organic way of eating.

Interested in growing your own food? From the author of the award-winning homesteading memoir, Little Farm in the Foothills, comes a friendly, down-to-earth little guide for starting and maintaining a thriving food garden. In Little Farm in the Garden, Susan Colleen Browne shares the evolution of her own homestead garden with warmth and humor. Whether you’re starting with a pot, a small plot, or dedicated garden beds, this handy booklet covers the basic nuts-and-bolts of growing your own food like selecting crops, raising food without chemicals, and creating healthy soil. If you've read ...

Did you know that Interest in herbals and natural alternatives has been growing rapidly worldwide in recent years from the reported medical research and success stories from people who use herbs and other natural resources to treat diseases and conditions? For example, did you know…? • St. John's Wort is widely used in the treatment of mild depression without the need for Prozac and it does not carry the side effects of Prozac. • Some Ayurvedic Herbs are very useful for reducing cholesterol, diabetes and other conditions and diseases. • Juniper Berries could get rid of yellow toe ...

Many of us spend our days cooped up indoors, disconnected from the natural world around us. Cities, technology, and our fast-paced modern lives cause us to overlook the absolute wonder that abounds in nature. This comprehensive guide is your first step into the rewarding world of herbal gardening... and get this, no green thumb required!

Black Thumb Greenhouse is the perfect guide for beginners and advanced gardeners alike. If you were hesitant in getting started because of all the technicalities that go into a greenhouse, you’ll notice how easy it is after you’ve begun. From ventilation to irrigation, you will find every single detail you need inside in order to flourish in the world of gardening.

Indoor gardening can be a great way to get fresh produce during the winter months or anytime. For many that live in apartments, there is no other option than to garden indoors. It can be much simpler than you might think!

In Sophie McKay's Easy and Effective Gardening Series, you'll find everything you need to create your own garden paradise and take control of your food supply. Whether you have a large backyard or a small balcony, The Practical Permaculture Project and The Beginner's Guide to Successful Container Gardening provide practical advice, organic methods, and tried-and-true tips and tricks for growing your own fresh produce.

Raised bed gardening eliminates many of the challenges that traditional planting brings to the table. You’ll be free from having to worry about weeds, pests, and extensive soil manipulations. Not only that, but raised bed gardening also offers ideal conditions for growing a wide range of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers.

Gardening doesn’t have to be costly. Discover how you can make sure it isn’t. Gardening helps you build strength, sleep better, and maintain a healthy weight. Your body will benefit from its fresh produce, and your mind will be refreshed by the fragrance and beauty of your own greenery.