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The Harrowsmith country life book of garden secrets
a down-to-earth guide to the art and science of growing better vegetables
By Patent, Dorothy Hinshaw & Bilderback, Diane E.
- ISBN
- 978-0-94447-514-0
- Publisher
- Charlotte, Vt. : Camden House Pub. ; 1991.
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Library Journal
Reviewed on August 1, 1991
In the first of what is to be a series of organic gardening titles, Van Patten presents some general gardening information and then focuses on over 30 different crops. Each discussion includes facts on cultural requirements, harvesting, cooking techniques, and recommended varieties. A problem-solving section is listed for each crop but varies from a few sentences to a few pages in length. Some of the illustrations lack sufficient detail to warrant inclusion, while others would benefit from explanatory labels. The author gardens in Oregon, which may account for the statement, "clay soils are usu...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
