From courtyard to garden
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Turning your land into an ecological and edible landscape
Do you dream of turning your backyard into a little green paradise where you can harvest your own fruit and vegetables? Would you like to get rid of that overly uniform lawn and increase biodiversity on your property? Would you like to get your hands in the soil and do your bit to help combat global warming? Whether you live in the city, the suburbs or the countryside, this practical guide will take you step by step through the process of transforming your outdoor space into islands of edible, ecological greenery. But where should you start? How do you plan your project? Whether you’re an amateur or an experienced gardener, this book will show you how to :
take a close look at the characteristics of your plot: plant identification, sunlight, site topography, soil composition, water sources, prevailing winds, etc;
equip and supply yourself with raw materials: essential tools, protective equipment, organic and mineral materials ;
choosing your plants: fruit trees and shrubs, perennials, annuals, climbers and ground cover, hardiness zones, buying and exchanging plants;
designing your landscaping: determining the varieties of plants best suited to your plot, drawing up a list of preferences, positioning them on a plan;
carrying out the work: defining the contours of the planting islands, removing the existing lawn, installing a border;
install an irrigation system: calculate the water flow, planning irrigation zoning, choosing drippers, building a rainwater collector;
maintaining your garden: managing the remaining lawn, fertilising plantings, pruning trees, overwintering plants, cleaning flowerbeds.
A real mine of information, this guide focuses on planting trees, fruit bushes and perennials to create a landscape that is easy to maintain, at the lowest possible cost. The aim is to create a garden that is environmentally friendly and resilient in the face of climate change, as well as achieving a degree of food self-sufficiency. After a few years, you’ll see that your efforts will be amply rewarded, and your garden will delight your taste buds as much as your eyes!
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