{"product_id":"the-edible-backyard","title":"The Edible Backyard","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Edible Backyard\u003c\/em\u003e by Kath Irvine is an essential companion for anyone looking to transform their garden into a flourishing, organic paradise. This comprehensive guide takes you through every step needed to grow a variety of vegetables, fruits, and herbs in your own garden, ensuring a continuous supply of fresh produce all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGardening expert Kath Irvine shares insights and practical advice drawn from over two decades of experience in the field of organic gardening. This step-by-step manual is rich with Kath's engaging, hands-on wisdom, combined with her characteristic humour. It covers essential topics such as garden design, the right tools and equipment, seasonal planting recommendations, soil fertility, and the basics of seed-saving. Additionally, it provides effective strategies for managing pests and diseases and integrates organic and permaculture gardening methods into any home garden setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough a detailed chronicle of a year spent cultivating her own backyard, Kath illustrates how you can achieve a year-round harvest with minimal wastage. By following her expert guidance, you will learn to produce bountiful crops through all seasons, transforming even the smallest space into a productive edible landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is richly illustrated with hundreds of stunning photographs and informative hand-drawn illustrations. These visuals present smart design concepts and practical planting plans, accommodating gardens of various shapes and sizes. Whether you're working with a sprawling backyard or a compact urban plot, \u003cem\u003eThe Edible Backyard\u003c\/em\u003e offers valuable insights to maximise your garden's yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKath Irvine is the perfect mentor for gardeners at any skill level. This clear and thorough book is an ideal resource for beginners setting up a new garden, intermediate gardeners fine-tuning their techniques, and advanced green-thumbs seeking to deepen their understanding of sustainable gardening practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cem\u003eThe Edible Backyard\u003c\/em\u003e, you'll not only learn how to grow healthy, organic produce but also create a garden that is in harmony with nature, providing nourishment for both your body and soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45692387590380,"sku":"9780143775560","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780143775560.jpg?v=1725561199","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/the-edible-backyard","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}