Description - Sustainable Gardening by Michael Lavelle
What is sustainable gardening? Can my garden be sustainable? This practical book sets out to answer these questions by explaining how it is possible to garden in a way that has a positive environmental impact upon the way we live. Its main focus is on established horticultural practices, showing that it is possible to be environmentally responsible, and yet still have a stunning garden display. .Centred on the need to work with, rather than against nature, and using simple, clear commonsense explanations, it deals with the practicalities of: .Understanding and harnessing natural cycles .Managing soil ecologically .Establishing and maintaining plants .Dealing with pests and diseases .Environmental assessment and planning .Reducing a garden's ecological footprint AUTHOR: After studying horticulture and environmental management, Michael Lavelle worked as a professional landscaper before starting a career as a horticultural lecturer. He currently works as a senior lecturer at Writtle College in Chelmsford. Michael has designed and constructed several educational exhibits at the Chelsea Flower Show, winning over a dozen medals including three prestigious gold medals. He is a regular author on the subjects of plants, gardening and garden wildlife. SELLING POINTS: . A practical guide aimed at all gardeners, environmentalists, ecologists and wildlife enthusiasts . Focuses on established horticultural practices and shows that you can be environmentally responsible and yet still have a stunning garden display . Michael Lavelle is senior lecturer at the School of Horticulture, Writtle College and a three-time gold medal exhibitor at Chelsea Flower Show ILLUSTRATIONS 244 colour photographs
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