Growing Vegetables West Of The Cascades Updated 6th Edition

Author : Steve Solomon
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
ISBN 13 : 1570616353
Total Pages : 528 pages
Book Rating : 4.58/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades, 6th Edition written by Steve Solomon and published by Sasquatch Books. This book was released on 2009-06-01 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the updated 6th edition of Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades, which has evolved from a self-published pamphlet to the master guide to organic vegetable gardening over the past 28 years. Steve Solomon, who was a founder of the Territorial Seed Company, was one of the early proponents of organic gardening, and the first to codify and refine the best practices of small-plot vegetable gardening in the Pacific Northwest. The approaches to understanding and preparing soils, composting, chemical-free fertilizers, efficient uses of water, and garden planning are universal to any climate or region. Solomon gets specific in his extensive advice on growing specific crops in the gentle maritime Northwest climate. This update includes his latest findings on seed sources, refinements in growing and cultivation techniques, and other organic gardening best practices. Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades lays out the principles, but the author advocates that readers think for themselves and grow their gardens as they see fit.

Author : Steve Solomon
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
ISBN 13 : 1570618984
Total Pages : 664 pages
Book Rating : 4.87/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades, Updated 6th Edition written by Steve Solomon and published by Sasquatch Books. This book was released on 2013-12-17 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in a special updated 6th edition with a new formula for complete organic fertilizer, this complete guide to organic vegetable gardening addresses issues of soil, seeds, compost, and watering. Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades evolved from a self-published pamphlet to the master guide to organic vegetable gardening over the past 35 years. Steve Solomon, who founded the Territorial Seed Company, was one of the early proponents of organic gardening, and the first to codify and refine the best practices of small-plot vegetable gardening in the Pacific Northwest. The approaches to understanding and preparing soils, composting, chemical-free fertilizers, efficient uses of water, and garden planning are universal to any climate or region. Solomon gets specific in his extensive advice on growing specific crops--from tomatoes and beans to kale and turnips--in the gentle maritime Northwest climate. He lays out the principles, but advocates that readers think for themselves and grow their gardens as they see fit.

Author : Steve Solomon
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
ISBN 13 : 1570619735
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades, 35th Anniversary Edition written by Steve Solomon and published by Sasquatch Books. This book was released on 2015-12-01 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completely revised from cover to cover, this is the 35th anniversary release of Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades, the bible to organic vegetable gardening in the Pacific Northwest. Now in its seventh edition, the book has been thoroughly updated and includes a new formula for complete organic fertilizer and how to tweak it for a variety of different soil conditions, how-to sections for herbs and ornamental plants, new organization for better usability, updated sources for appropriate seed suppliers, and information about natural pest controls. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Author : Steve Solomon
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ISBN 13 : 9781570618970
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades written by Steve Solomon and published by . This book was released on 2013-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated with an improved formula for complete organic fertilizer, this is the go-to guide for beginning and experienced organic vegetable gardeners west of the Cascades.

Author : Steve Solomon
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
ISBN 13 : 1570619727
Total Pages : 369 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades, 35th Anniversary Edition written by Steve Solomon and published by Sasquatch Books. This book was released on 2015-12-01 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate bible for organic vegetable gardening in the Pacific Northwest, featuring extensive updates and new material on soil health, natural pest control, and more Now in its seventh edition, this complete guide to organic vegetable, herb, and flower gardening addresses issues of soil, seeds, compost, and watering. Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades has evolved from a self-published pamphlet into the master guide to organic gardening over the past thirty-five years. Steve Solomon, who founded the Territorial Seed Company, was one of the early proponents of organic gardening, and the first to codify and refine the best practices of small-plot vegetable gardening in the Pacific Northwest. The approaches to understanding and preparing soils, composting, chemical-free fertilizers, efficient uses of water, and garden planning are universal to any climate or region. Solomon gets specific in his extensive advice on growing specific crops—from tomatoes and beans to kale and turnips—in the gentle maritime Northwest climate. This new and updated edition includes: • A new formula for complete organic fertilizer and how to tweak it for different soil conditions • How-to sections for herbs and ornamental plants • New organization for better usability • Updated sources for appropriate seed suppliers • Information about natural pest controls

Author : Steve Solomon
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
ISBN 13 : 9781570612404
Total Pages : 372 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades written by Steve Solomon and published by Sasquatch Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Previous editions of this bestseller have established it as the definitive food-gardening manual for the Pacific Northwest. Now, this fully revised edition is available for gardeners' food-growing pleasure!Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades is the bible of vegetable gardening for anyone turning soil left of the Cascade Mountain range-from Western British Columbia to Northern California. It includes the basics of soil composition, when to plant, which seed companies to rely on, pest control, and an extensive section on the cultivation of each vegetable. Carrots, peppers, lettuce-you name it, it's in this book.

Author : John J. Albers
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
ISBN 13 : 1680511106
Total Pages : 269 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Northwest Garden Manifesto written by John J. Albers and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2017-12-18 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gardens are extensions of our homes, places in which we get outside to relax, entertain, and get some physical exercise. But our gardens are also extensions of the natural world. Through our gardens, as well as other neighborhood greenspaces, we can help counter some of the woes faced by larger environments: rampant development, loss of plant and animal habitat, spread of invasive species, exploitation of natural resources, air and water pollution, and the impacts of global warming. Yes, even small urban backyard landscapes can combat such man-made strains on our local environment—and it’s easy to do! In his new book, The Northwest Garden Manifesto, scientist and gardener John J. Albers provides a comprehensive guide to encourage and enable homeowners to consider the local ecosystem in their own gardens, and in their larger communities. The ideas and concepts in this book reflect the most up-to-date thinking on urban ecology and how to best make our yards reflect the natural world around us. The key to Albers’s approach is for gardeners to first assess the current state of their property and then focus on the following key principles: 1. Protect, conserve, and create healthy soil 2. Maintain healthy plants and create a sustainable landscape 3. Conserve water and other natural resources 4. Protect water and air quality 5. Protect and enhance wildlife habitat 6. Conserve energy 7. Use sustainable methods and materials Through clear explanation, practical examples, and full-color photos, Albers shows how to evaluate any yard in terms of these principles and then challenges the reader to improve each element, one step at a time. From creating better soil to starting a compost pile, attracting pollinators to adding more native plants, or creating a simple circulating water feature to building a fence from recycled wood—gardeners will ultimately turn their backyards into beautiful, healthy, and happy habitat for all.

Author : Carla Emery
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
ISBN 13 : 1570617104
Total Pages : 206 pages
Book Rating : 4.02/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Growing Your Own Vegetables written by Carla Emery and published by Sasquatch Books. This book was released on 2010-06-01 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A perfect companion to The Encyclopedia of Country Living, this is a complete gardening manual for setting up your own vegetable garden—whether it’s just a few rows of lettuce or a year-round field Drawn from, and a continuation of, the bestseller The Encyclopedia of Country Living, Growing Your Own Vegetables is informed by years of hands-on experience and the wisdom gathered from a generation of homesteaders and small farmers. Starting with planning the garden (plot size, seasonal considerations, getting the most from a small plot) and laying it out (rows, beds, plowing), this book addresses the planning and growing issues for all North American climate zones. Gardeners need to understand (and love) their soil, and the Growing Your Own Vegetables explains it in simple terms, with advice on composting and testing for contamination (so important since this is going to be your food source!). Author Carla Emery was a very early advocate of gardening without chemical fertilizers, so the approach here is organic all the way. Much of the book is the crop-by-crop guide to planting, cultivating, and harvesting the delicious vegetables we love to eat: onions, leafy greens, stems and flowers (rhubarb, artichoke, broccoli), roots (spuds, radishes, jicama), grasses & grains (just imagine: your own wheat field!), legumes, gourds, and the nightshade family (that would be tomatoes, peppers, eggplant).

Author : Bill Thorness
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
ISBN 13 : 1594855129
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Edible Heirlooms written by Bill Thorness and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2009-09-14 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * Features a variety of heirloom vegetables appealing to gourmands and gardeners alike * Growing heirloom plants is the ultimate way to eat local * Scarlet nantes get a lot more looks than the standard orange carrot Exploring the need for heirloom plants in the twenty-first century, Edible Heirlooms takes a look at the history and vitality of the heirloom plant, from Russian Red Kale to January King Cabbage. This informative guide collects 26 edible heirloom plants best suited to gardeners in the maritime West-from British Columbia to the San Francisco Bay area -- and provides information on species variety, growing tips, plant history and suggested uses. Chapters contain instructions on how to save your own seeds, and suggestions for starting a seed exchange among friends or a community garden in your neighborhood.

Author : Steve Solomon
Publisher : New Society Publishers
ISBN 13 : 0865717184
Total Pages : 339 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Intelligent Gardener written by Steve Solomon and published by New Society Publishers. This book was released on 2012-12-25 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents advice on how to improve growing soil, discussing some of the current misconceptions about soil and providing the best methods for adding enhancements that will produce nutrient-dense foods.