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Summary: highly commendable book
Review: As with all true innovations, this gardening method is so simple, practical, and obvious that one just wonders, "Why haven't I thought of it before?" It works, and it's fun. Instead of doing a chore after a while, you are eager to work in the garden as you know each single plant, and watch their growth closely; almost like a pet. As an amateur, I have already begun to develop sub-systems and procedures for myself. Thank you Mel, and please include a wider range of tips concerning different climate conditions, natural fertilizers, etc. for us sq-foot gardeners on the other side of the world!
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Summary: This book is "The Bible" of gardening.
Review: I read this book and now use it as a "workbook guide" for my gardening. His ideas are very good and easy to implement. He makes gardening so easy with instructions that are easy to follow. If you don't want to till your garden anymore, this method is for you. This is the only way for me!
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Summary: This is a no nonsense guide for small yards and decks, too!
Review: I highly recommend this book to anyone who is tired at the end of the day, just from weeding. Anyone can benefit from this book. Young, old, wheelchair bound or experienced gardeners. It is one of my favorite gardening books and would highly recommend it to everyone. This is a great gift to give to kids to get them started in their own garden.
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Summary: A No-Fail way to garden
Review: If you've ever stood at the end of a huge garden and lamented the weeds and all that DIDN'T grow, buy this book. Square Foot Gardening will help you grow what you need, while conserving on space, time, effort, and SEEDS. You will feel like a successful gardener instead of a flop, and you'll get alot more of what you're gardening for. You'll wonder, "Why isn't EVERYBODY gardening this way?"
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Summary: Do yourself a favor and buy this book!
Review: Mel, Great Book! It's getting me past a lot of my earlier gardening problems such as having all my crops come in at the same time (you really *can* strain friendships trying to give away zuchini). Could you include more on potatoes in the next edition with such details as "Is it safe to grow them in old tires?", etc. Thanks for this book!!
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Summary: Now anyone can garden!! It's too good to be true; but it is.
Review: I've had this book for years. I also recommend "Cash from Square Foot Gardening" If it's still in print. It's a realistic and practical method to not only enjoy fresh produce but earn honest income while you"re at it.Thank you Mel.
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Summary: A great book for city gardeners!
Review: I've just recommended this book to a friend starting in a small yard. It is absolutely the *best* way to grow everything you want in a very small space! Eight years ago, as a new homeowner, I was very intimidated by the spacing recommended on seed packets. Now my neighbors run when they see my tomatoes coming :-) (and my peppers, eggplant, peas, carrots, lettuce, basil, oregano...)
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Summary: A truly fantastic idea ... neat and successful way to garden
Review: I purchased this book years ago (don't remember when) and was "talked" out of it by a dear friend who lived in England. I told him about the book and the gardening methods recommended. He was and is an avid gardener but living in England he was very limited by space. Mel Bartholomew's method of gardening (4x4 foot squares) was ideal for him and I just had to give the book to him. I recently was discussing gardening with another friend here in the States and I mentioned "Square Foot Gardening." They were also interested in the method. Just on a hunch I checked Amazon.com and sure enough here was the book. Can't wait to get my hands on it again and build a couple of squares in the back yard. This time I will keep the book ... and refer my eager friends to Amazon.com!
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Summary: Terrific book-- A common-sense revolution in gardening.
Review: I received this book as a gift and it has been my near-constant companion ever since. I can't imagine gardening any other way now. Mel has a gift for explaining things in a clear and entertaining manner. Join the Square Foot revolution and enjoy more produce with less work!
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Summary: A great book filled with helpful drawings and great ideas.
Review: I highly recommend this book to beginning gardeners as well as more experienced gardeners with limited space. It is packed with useful info and his ideas really make for a very tidy garden. It is one of my favorite gardening books.
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