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Talking Dirt: The Dirt Diva's Down-to-Earth Guide to Organic Gardening

A lively and practical guide to organic gardening from a renowned garden expert.

Annie Spiegelman's down-to-earth wit and wisdom create the perfect primer for anyone with a passion for home-grown veggies or fresh-cut flowers, no matter what their skill level, location, or resources. Includes advice on:

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*Learning to worship the worm and build a compost pile

*Landscape designs-start small in order to create a basic plan for a plot

*The secret to healthy soil (the only way to have a healthy garden)

*Irrigation systems and strategies to conserve water

*Proper pruning-from roses to trees

*How to combine vegetables to make them thrive

*How to let your garden go native and become drought tolerant

*Edible landscaping and gardening in small spaces

Talking Dirtis a one-stop handbook that features resources for shopping, learning, and promoting environmentally sound garden practices within local communities.

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