Soil Science for Gardeners: Working with Nature to Build Soil Health (Garden Science Series, 1)

Author: Pavlis, Robert

Brand: New Society Publishers

Edition: Illustrated

Binding: Paperback

Format: Illustrated

Number Of Pages: 224

Release Date: 07-04-2020

Part Number: 0865719306 _used

Details: Build healthy soil and grow better plants
Robert Pavlis, a gardener for over four decades, debunks common soil myths, explores the rhizosphere, and provides a personalized soil fertility improvement program in this three-part popular science guidebook.
Healthy soil means thriving plants. Yet untangling the soil food web and optimizing your soil health is beyond most gardeners, many of whom lack an in-depth knowledge of the soil ecosystem.
Soil Science for Gardeners is an accessible, science-based guide to understanding soil fertility and, in particular, the rhizosphere – the thin layer of liquid and soil surrounding plant roots, so vital to plant health. Coverage includes:
Soil biology and chemistry and how plants and soil interact Common soil health problems, including analyzing soil's fertility and plant nutrients The creation of a personalized plan for improving your soil fertility, including setting priorities and goals in a cost-effective, realistic time frame. Creating the optimal conditions for nature to do the heavy lifting of building soil fertility
Written for the home gardener, market gardener, and micro-farmer, Soil Science for Gardeners is packed with information to help you grow thriving plants.

EAN: 9780865719309

Package Dimensions: 9.0 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches

Languages: English