Organic Gardening: Volume 1 – The basics of no dig growing, Edition 4
Oct 2026 · Bloomsbury Publishing
Ebook
240
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About this ebook
Written by no dig expert, Charles Dowding, this beautiful guide shares the art of organic gardening.
The no dig approach to gardening – based on the key principle of leaving the ground as undisturbed as possible – has gained popularity in recent years as a more efficient, economical and sustainable way to grow healthy plants.
In the first volume of Organic Gardening, Charles Dowding reveals a range of techniques to grow organic crops, enhance soil structure and improve soil fertility. From sowing seeds and making compost to companion planting and tackling pests and disease, Charles shares expert advice on establishing healthy beds for growing an abundance of food. In addition to explaining the how and why of no dig gardening, he explores ways to grow more food using simple new energy methods such as electroculture and sowing by the moon.
Filled with beautiful photos and inspiring experiments from Charles's own land, this accessible guide is an essential resource for gardeners.
The no dig approach to gardening – based on the key principle of leaving the ground as undisturbed as possible – has gained popularity in recent years as a more efficient, economical and sustainable way to grow healthy plants.
In the first volume of Organic Gardening, Charles Dowding reveals a range of techniques to grow organic crops, enhance soil structure and improve soil fertility. From sowing seeds and making compost to companion planting and tackling pests and disease, Charles shares expert advice on establishing healthy beds for growing an abundance of food. In addition to explaining the how and why of no dig gardening, he explores ways to grow more food using simple new energy methods such as electroculture and sowing by the moon.
Filled with beautiful photos and inspiring experiments from Charles's own land, this accessible guide is an essential resource for gardeners.
Written by no dig expert, Charles Dowding, this beautiful guide shares the art of organic gardening.
The no dig approach to gardening – based on the key principle of leaving the ground as undisturbed as possible – has gained popularity in recent years as a more efficient, economical and sustaina...
About the author
Charles Dowding is a prolific writer on vegetable growing and contributes regularly to many magazines, including Permaculture, Gardeners' World, Gardens Illustrated and Grow It!, as well as numerous TV and radio shows. A veteran organic grower, Charles gives regular talks, advising gardeners on best practice and runs courses on organic, no dig gardening.
Charles Dowding is a prolific writer on vegetable growing and contributes regularly to many magazines, including Permaculture, Gardeners' World, Gardens Illustrated and Grow It!, as well as numerous TV and radio shows. A veteran organic grower, Charles gives regular talks, advising gardeners on b...
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