A major reference guide to gardening the natural way.

As well as providing an excellent grounding in the basics of organic gardening, this practical guide covers everything from soil management and recycling to water conservation, natural pest control and propagation. From compost to cloches, there are step-by-step techniques and inspiring images to help you to create the perfect organic garden.

There is detailed coverage of a wide range of organic concerns, from information on sustainable landscaping materials, planting beds and learning about local wildlife, to helpful advice on which plants thrive in pots. You'll find organic best-practice tips on how to grow delicious fruit and vegetables, how to encourage biodiversity in your garden, and even on designing the organic garden.