Compost science for gardeners : simple methods for nutrient rich soil

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  • Auteur: Pavlis, Robert
    Contributor:

    Skulski, David

    Résumé:

    Compost Science for Gardeners demystifies the full range of composting methods and helps readers determine or select the best technique for their situation. This comprehensive, plain-language, science-based book covers everything from the inputs required to the beneficial impacts on the environment and soil health.

    Contents:
    • The role of compost in soil
    • The science of composting
    • Compostable material
    • Managing the composting process
    • Piles, bins, and tumblers
    • Easy composting
    • Vermicomposting
    • Bokashi composting
    • Eco-enzyme (garbage enzyme)
    • Buying compost
    • Compost tea
    • Selecting the best composting method
    • Using compost
    • Epilogue: beware of garden myths.
    Genre: Canadian nonfiction, Gardening, Intructional and educational works
    Original Publisher: Gabriola Island, BC, Canada , New Society Publishers
    Language(s): English
    ISBN:

    9780865719767

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    0865719764

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    9781897408735

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DC Contributor

Skulski, David

Abstract

Compost Science for Gardeners demystifies the full range of composting methods and helps readers determine or select the best technique for their situation. This comprehensive, plain-language, science-based book covers everything from the inputs required to the beneficial impacts on the environment and soil health.

Genre
Canadian nonfiction
Gardening
Intructional and educational works
Publisher (Source)

Gabriola Island, BC, Canada

New Society Publishers

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