{"product_id":"9781906999377","title":"The Moon Gardener: A Biodynamic Guide to Getting the Best from Your Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs the earth's neighbour, the moon affects not only ocean tides but also the growth and development of plants. In this finely illustrated, full-colour book - packed with practical tips for the novice as well as the advanced gardener - Peter Berg offers a clear summary of the basics of lunar and biodynamic gardening, together with in-depth sections on:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eactivating and enlivening the soil;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ebiodynamic preparations;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003emaking good compost;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ecrop rotation and green manuring;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ecultivation work and care of the garden;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003epractical plant protection;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003erich harvesting;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003esaving your own seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilding on the intensive research of Iris mentor Maria Thun and the teachings of Rudolf Steiner, Berg explains how the subtle influences from the cosmos work on the plant world, distinguishing between 'root', 'leaf', 'blossom' and 'fruit' days in the working calendar. An understanding of such natural processes, in conjunction with the practical knowledge described in this book, can lead to productive, chemical-free gardening, with healthy plants and abundant harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Temple Lodge Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47050111156464,"sku":"9781906999377","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781906999377_p0.jpg?v=1763619341","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781906999377","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}