Square Foot Gardening A New Way to Garden in Less Space with Less Work

by Bartholomew, Mel

• ISBN13: 9781579548568
• ISBN10: 1579548563
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-04-02
• Publisher: Rodale Books

Summary

Say good-bye to the hard work and endless maintenance of gardening in long rows, and say hello to Square Foot Gardening. This easy, foolproof, and ingenious method of gardening allows you to grow more vegetables than you ever thought possible in less space than a traditional garden takes.

Author Biography

MEL BARTHOLOMEW, a retired businessman and engineer, found the answer to the frustrations of most gardeners with his square foot gardening method, which has received worldwide acclaim. He also created the non-profit Square Foot Gardening Foundation to promote easy gardening methods for people around the world. He lives in Utah.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	vi
1: A Better Way of Gardening	1	(8)
2: Understanding Square Foot Gardening	9	(18)
3: Choosing the Right Size and Layout	27	(12)
4: Simple Tools for Square Foot Gardens	39	(5)
5: Getting Started: Site and Soil Choices	44	(25)
6: Planting Procedures: From Simple to Advanced	69	(27)
7: Spacing and Planting Methods	96	(9)
8: Vertical Growing	105	(20)
9: Cages, Boxes, and Vertical Supports	125	(24)
10: Seed-Starting Techniques and Tips	149	(17)
11: Planting Seedlings and Transplants	166	(17)
12: Watering Guidelines	183	(12)
13: Preventing Problems: Weeds, Pests, and Diseases	195	(10)
14: Enjoying the Harvest	205	(12)
15: Extending the Growing Season	217	(15)
16: End-of-Season Activities	232	(8)
17: Special Gardens	240	(20)
18: A Crop-by-Crop Guide	260	(73)
Sources	333	(2)
Average Dates of Last Spring Frost	335	(1)
Average Dates of First Fall Frost	336	(1)
Index	337