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The Canadian Edible Garden |
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| Format | Softcover | |
| Catalogue No. | 978-1-55105-579-4 | |
| Pages | 248 | |
| Language | English only | |
| Price | $21.95 | |
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Written by Alison Beck. Published by Lone Pine Publishing, 2008. Description: |
| The Canadian Edible
Garden is a sumptuously photographed tribute to the nutritious bounty of
Canadian gardens. In an age when people are increasingly concerned about the
quality of the produce they eat and the environmental impact of shipping food
over great distances, this book focuses on the abundance available to us in our
own back yards. The Canadian Edible Garden also takes the approach of
underscoring how edible plants can be effectively and attractively integrated
into overall garden design as an aesthetic complement to ornamental plants.
Sixty-five different types of plants are featured. Each account includes close up photographs of the food component of the plant and the total plant on location in the garden. Allison Beck’ authoritative and accessible text provides information on starting, nurturing and harvesting the plants, along with tips for best placement in the garden. You’ll find guidance on how to identify pests and diseases on different plants and most effective treatments. A comprehensive 45-page Introduction covers all the basics of growing edible plants: hardiness zones across Canada, how to prepare the garden, light and exposure considerations, selecting plants, growing plants from seed, planting, mulching and watering, weeding, fertilizing, pests, diseases and controls. This book is a great addition to any Canadian gardener’s library, one that will help your family enjoy fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs and seeds from spring through fall. Alison Beck is one of Canada’s best-selling garden writers. She was written or co-authored more than 30 gardening guides, which are filled with practical advice and her passion for gardening. |
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