{"product_id":"9781770852266","title":"Improving Your Soil: A Practical Guide to Soil Management for the Serious Home Gardener","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eValuable advice from an expert in soil science.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntended for both small and medium-size gardens, \u003ci\u003eImproving Your Soil\u003c\/i\u003e reveals the steps to take to achieve the perfect soil base in which to grow plants. With directions on amending poor soil, modifying mediocre earth, aerating compacted topsoil and substrates, and testing pH levels, this book enables gardeners to nurture their plants and promote more abundant growth. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe features of good soil include proper structure and nutrients that encourage healthy plant growth. Soil in \"good tilth\" is loamy, nutrient-rich and friable because it has an optimal mixture of sand, clay and organic matter that prevents severe compaction. \u003ci\u003eImproving Your Soil\u003c\/i\u003e shows gardeners how to improve the soil in their garden to encourage good seed bedding and a strong root system for proper nutrient disbursement throughout various soil depths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlower gardeners and vegetable gardeners will all benefit from the tips and methods in \u003ci\u003eImproving Your Soil\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTopics include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What your soil can tell you about how you need to manage it \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Soil texture and structure — building soil tilth \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Using amendments to correct soil problems, such as clay or sandy soil \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Creating a good environment for plant growth in different situations \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Providing the right amount of water for plants \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e The teeming microscopic world of soils \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Building soil organic matter \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Crop rotations \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Types of compost and how to make good compost \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Managing soils to minimize pest and disease problems \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Feeding the plants — the nutrients they need, and how to get them there \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Overcoming common nutrient deficiencies \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Organic vs. mineral fertilizers. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe detailed information is complemented with line drawings, diagrams and illustrations that demonstrate various soil issues and how to resolve common problems. With information on remedying specific problems with particular plants, \u003ci\u003eImproving Your Soil\u003c\/i\u003e will be an often-consulted resource for all gardeners. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Firefly Books, Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48729355321584,"sku":"9781770852266","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781770852266_p0.jpg?v=1768852061","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781770852266","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}