Subtitle Reduce waste, spend wisely
Description Description Reduce waste and save money with The Thrifty Gardener.
In a world of climate change and stretched purse strings, every gardener is having to re-assess not only how they garden but how they spend their money. Even the most experienced gardeners crave a thriftier way to garden – one that is less wasteful and more productive.
In this comprehensive guide, TV presenter and garden designer Mark Lane shows you how to:
- Understand your garden and it’s four key characteristics – temperature, soil type, wind and sun – to make informed decisions.
- Plan and design your garden with cheaper and more sustainable materials and learn how to budget effectively for larger projects. Take stock of what you already have, set a budget before you start and know when to call in the professionals.
- Choose plants that will thrive in your soil, are easy to propagate and give maximum reward. By choosing the right plants for the right place, your garden will flourish.
- Care for your garden year-round with effective seasonal tasks. Discover how to grow new plants for free with Mark’s step-by-step guides to techniques such as seed collecting, layering, and stem, leaf and root cuttings.
Full of clever tips, low-budget ideas, expert advice and tried-and-tested plant suggestions, this book is as much about attitude as it is a gardening guide.
Whether you're starting your first garden on a tight budget or looking for new ideas to save money and reduce waste, this is the must-have and fuss-free guide to better gardening.