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A practical guide to growing abundant, organic vegetables and herbs, the 10th Anniversary Edition expands the original with new crops, extended season tips, and fresh photography for home gardeners across North America.

At last, you don't need a green thumb to have the greenest lawn and the best garden on the block! With Gardening For Dummies at your side, you'll have all the tips, techniques, and suggestions to help you master the fundamentals of gardening and much more! This fun and friendly reference outlines everything you need to roll up your sleeves, get your hands dirty, and begin to plant your own vegetable or flower garden in your backyard or in a container on your porch -- no matter what climate you live in! Filled with more than a hundred illustrations and 16 full color pages with 8 sample garden plans, this hands-on guide takes you on a visual journey through the world of gardening. Inside, you'll discover how to Plan a garden using the space you have available Determine which types of bulbs, trees, shrubs, and flowers to plant in your garden Find and buy the right gardening tools, soil, and other accessories Water, weed, prune, and fertilize your garden Prevent bugs, weeds, and diseases from making your garden sick Create a special garden with your own flair for food, flavor, and color.

A practical guide for starting an organic vegetable farm, covering soil management, crop planning, equipment, organic fertilizers, pest control, and farm economics, designed for both new and experienced growers.