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One Magic Square Grow Your Own Food on One Square Metre Revised for the UK Northern European Climates 2nd Edition by Lolo Houbein ISBN 0857842803 9780857842800

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Author(s): Lolo Houbein
ISBN(s): 9780857842800, 0857842803
Edition: 2
File Details: PDF, 14.94 MB
Year: 2015
Language: english
SKU: EB-11780480 Category: Tag:

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ISBN 10: 0857842803 
ISBN 13: 9780857842800
Author: Lolo Houbein

Fully revised for UK and Northern European climates. The best and cheapest food is the food you grow in your own garden. One Magic Square shows how you can start your own productive food garden in ten minutes a day on a single square metre. With simple plot designs starting with salads and gradually expanding to include beans, tomatoes, corn, roots and much more; you can take the first steps in growing your own food organically. These bite-sized designs allow you to extend by one square metre each season, or pick your favourites to add a bit of excitement to your cooking. The magic of square-metre gardening is in allowing you to keep your garden manageable even as your self-sufficiency increases. The book covers: How to grow food one square metre at a time; Plot designs from basic to complex, with; Ideas for specific diets and tastes; Ideas for moving towards food self-sufficiency; Tips and tricks; Descriptions of food plants; The benefits of companion planting. For beginners and more experienced gardeners, this book has a wealth of information and guidance.

One Magic Square Grow Your Own Food on One Square Metre Revised for the UK Northern European Climates 2nd Table of contents:

Part I: Setting Up Your Magic Square

  • Chapter 1: Choosing Your Spot: Location, Location, Location
    • Sunlight Requirements for Productive Growing
    • Protection from Wind and Frost
    • Water Access and Drainage Considerations
    • Containers, Raised Beds, or In-Ground: Which is Right for You?
  • Chapter 2: Building Your Magic Square
    • Materials for Raised Beds (Timber, Bricks, Recycled Materials)
    • Dimensions and Construction Steps
    • Preparing Your Ground: Weed Suppression and Levelling
    • Essential Tools for Small-Scale Gardening
  • Chapter 3: The Heart of the Matter: Soil for Success
    • Understanding Healthy Soil: Structure, Nutrients, Microbes
    • Creating Your Ideal Soil Mix: Composting, Manure, and Amendments
    • No-Dig Principles for Maintaining Soil Health
    • pH Testing and Adjustment for Optimal Growth

Part II: Planting Your Magic Square for UK & Northern European Climates

  • Chapter 4: Climate Considerations: Embracing the Northern European Weather
    • Understanding UK Climate Zones and Microclimates
    • Dealing with Cold: Frost Dates, Hardiness Zones
    • Managing Wet Weather: Drainage and Disease Prevention
    • Maximizing Light in Shorter Days and Overcast Conditions
    • Wind Protection Strategies
  • Chapter 5: What to Grow: The Best Crops for Small Spaces and Cool Climates
    • High-Yielding Vegetables for One Square Metre
    • Cold-Hardy and Quick-Maturing Varieties
    • Root Vegetables, Leafy Greens, Legumes, and Herbs
    • Fruit in Small Spaces: Strawberries, Bush Fruits
    • Companion Planting for Health and Yield
  • Chapter 6: Designing Your Layout: Intensive Planting Techniques
    • Grid System vs. Mixed Planting: Which Approach?
    • Vertical Growing: Trellises, Cages, and Staking
    • Succession Planting: Continuous Harvests from One Square Metre
    • Intercropping and Guilds for Biodiversity and Pest Control

Part III: Tending Your Magic Square Year-Round

  • Chapter 7: Watering Wisely: Efficiency in a Small Space
    • Understanding Plant Water Needs
    • Efficient Watering Techniques: Drip Irrigation, Soaker Hoses, Watering Cans
    • Mulching for Moisture Retention and Weed Suppression
    • Rainwater Harvesting for Sustainable Watering
  • Chapter 8: Feeding Your Plants: Organic Nutrition
    • Compost Tea and Liquid Feeds
    • Seaweed and Mineral Supplements
    • Dealing with Nutrient Deficiencies
    • Integrated Pest Management: Biological and Organic Controls
  • Chapter 9: Pest, Disease, and Weed Management
    • Common UK Garden Pests and Organic Solutions
    • Identifying and Preventing Common Plant Diseases
    • Weed Control in a Small, Intensive Garden
    • Beneficial Insects and Biodiversity
  • Chapter 10: Extending the Season: Growing Through the Year
    • Winter Growing: Cold Frames, Cloches, and Polytunnels for Small Spaces
    • Early Spring Planting and Protection
    • Harvesting Through Autumn and Winter
    • Overwintering Crops and Tools
  • Chapter 11: Harvesting Your Bounty & Using Your Produce
    • When and How to Harvest for Maximum Yield
    • Storage Tips for Fresh Vegetables and Herbs
    • Basic Preservation Methods for Small Batches (Drying, Freezing, Pickling)
    • Simple Recipes to Enjoy Your Square Metre Harvest

Part IV: Troubleshooting and Advanced Techniques

  • Chapter 12: Troubleshooting Common Problems
    • Poor Growth and Stunted Plants
    • Pest Outbreaks and Disease Identification
    • Nutrient Deficiencies and Excesses
    • Drainage Issues and Waterlogging
  • Chapter 13: Expanding Your Magic: Beyond One Square Metre (Optional)
    • Adding More Square Metres
    • Container Gardening and Balcony Gardens
    • Community Gardens and Allotments
  • Chapter 14: Cultivating the Garden’s Magic: Reflection and Connection
    • The Therapeutic Benefits of Gardening
    • Connecting with Nature in Your Small Space
    • Sharing Your Harvest and Knowledge
    • The Ongoing Journey of Learning and Growing

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