
No Dig
Nurture Your Soil to Grow Better Veg with Less Effort
Charles Dowding(Author)
DK (Publisher)
Published on 1. September 2022
Book
Hardback
288 pages
978-0-241-54181-4 (ISBN)
Description
A simpler garden. A healthier soil. A more abundant harvest - with far less labour.
In No Dig: Nurture Your Soil to Grow Better Veg with Less Effort, world-renowned gardener Charles Dowding outlines a no-dig method for transforming any plot by working with nature.
Whether you are a beginner gardener, starting from weeds and compacted earth, or a seasoned grower looking to improve your soil health, Dowding's no-dig system makes it possible to start harvesting sooner, reduce weeds dramatically, and enjoy bigger, healthier crops with a fraction of the work traditional gardening requires.
Grow more with less digging - here's what you'll learn:
How no-dig methods reduce weeds, improve drainage, and protect beneficial organisms
Why soil structure and fungal mycelium are the foundation of healthy plants
Low-effort ways to boost soil fertility naturally, such as composting and regenerative gardening systems
Practical, high-yield growing strategies and advice for year-round planting, feeding, and harvesting
Perfect for gardeners who want to grow vegetables efficiently and sustainably, this book breaks down the entire no-dig approach into clear, accessible steps that anyone can follow with immediate results.
Why readers love No Dig:
Science-based explanations of soil biology and plant health
Step-by-step guidance for transforming any plot into a productive garden
Accessible methods that work for small gardens, large plots, and everything in between
Beautiful photography that guides you through each stage of the process
Whether you're starting fresh or improving an existing garden, No Dig gives you the knowledge, confidence, and inspiration to grow delicious, nourishing organic vegetables in harmony with the soil beneath your feet.
No-Dig is a must-have volume for followers of Charles Dowding. Don't forget to explore more from Charles with Compost: Transform Waste into New Life. A guide for sustainable, effective and nutrient-rich composting.
In No Dig: Nurture Your Soil to Grow Better Veg with Less Effort, world-renowned gardener Charles Dowding outlines a no-dig method for transforming any plot by working with nature.
Whether you are a beginner gardener, starting from weeds and compacted earth, or a seasoned grower looking to improve your soil health, Dowding's no-dig system makes it possible to start harvesting sooner, reduce weeds dramatically, and enjoy bigger, healthier crops with a fraction of the work traditional gardening requires.
Grow more with less digging - here's what you'll learn:
How no-dig methods reduce weeds, improve drainage, and protect beneficial organisms
Why soil structure and fungal mycelium are the foundation of healthy plants
Low-effort ways to boost soil fertility naturally, such as composting and regenerative gardening systems
Practical, high-yield growing strategies and advice for year-round planting, feeding, and harvesting
Perfect for gardeners who want to grow vegetables efficiently and sustainably, this book breaks down the entire no-dig approach into clear, accessible steps that anyone can follow with immediate results.
Why readers love No Dig:
Science-based explanations of soil biology and plant health
Step-by-step guidance for transforming any plot into a productive garden
Accessible methods that work for small gardens, large plots, and everything in between
Beautiful photography that guides you through each stage of the process
Whether you're starting fresh or improving an existing garden, No Dig gives you the knowledge, confidence, and inspiration to grow delicious, nourishing organic vegetables in harmony with the soil beneath your feet.
No-Dig is a must-have volume for followers of Charles Dowding. Don't forget to explore more from Charles with Compost: Transform Waste into New Life. A guide for sustainable, effective and nutrient-rich composting.
Reviews / Votes
No-dig expert Charles Dowding helps you grow bumper crops in harmony with nature, by preserving soil structure and nurturing fungal mycelium, in this inspiring all-new guide. There's step-by-step advice and photography to illustrate each part of the process, and calenders show what time of year to sow and harvest over 80 crops. -- Margaret Bartlett * BBC Countryfile Magazine * Growing flowers is a joyous activity. But for many of us, tending vegetables brings another level of satisfaction. I've been a practitioner of the 'no dig' method championed by Dowding. His latest title will inspire and educate those who aspire to vef-growing, and encourage seasoned gardeners to explore different methods. -- Rachel de Thame * The Sunday Times *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Dimensions
Height: 268 mm
Width: 182 mm
Thickness: 26 mm
Weight
1058 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-241-54181-4 (9780241541814)
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E-Book
09/2022
1st Edition
DK
€11.99
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Person
Charles Dowding is the leading proponent of No Dig gardening with a huge following, borne out of more than 40 years of growing, analysing, and recommending. He is revered in the gardening world - Monty Don (BBC Gardeners' World presenter) says "Charles has become the guru of no-dig gardening. He's a really good grower, organic, and has fabulous produce."