Growing Tomatoes

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Your Guide to Growing Delicious Tomatoes at Home

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Tomatoes are one of the most popular crops for the home grower and "Growing Tomatoes - Your Guide To Growing Delicious Tomatoes At Home" is an in-depth guide teaching you everything you need to know to start growing this delicious fruit at home. When you grow your own tomatoes you will suddenly realize there are hundreds of different varieties, far more than the red and occasional yellow tomatoes seen in the shops. Plus there are many, many different colours, including black, white, orange, green and even multi-colored with a wide variety of textures and tastes. Not only that, but you can grow delicate tiny cherry tomatoes or giant beefsteak tomatoes too.

Imagine making a home-made salad with a rainbow of different colored tomatoes in it? Just how good would that look and taste?

Home grown tomatoes taste so much better than those you buy in the shops. You will honestly be surprised by how full of flavour they are when compared to the watery, artificially ripened tomatoes bought in the stores.

Growing your own tomatoes is not hard, these plants grow like crazy, but getting them to survive the growing season and produce a large crop can be tricky, unless you know the right techniques. As you read this book you will learn everything you need to know in order to start growing your own delicious tomatoes whilst avoiding the common mistakes people make that kill their plants. There really is nothing quite like being able to pick fresh produce from your garden to serve at the table; the taste is divine.

In "Growing Tomatoes - Your Guide To Growing Delicious Tomatoes At Home" you will discover:

  • The Different Types of Tomato - find about the multitude of different tomatoes you can grow, many of which you will have never seen before but all of which are delicious!
  • The Best Soil Mix - understand the type of soil tomato plants need to thrive
  • Seedlings vs Seeds - learn why some people grow from seeds whilst others buy seedlings, and find out the benefits of each method plus learn how to save your seeds for the next growing season
  • Planting Tomatoes - everything you need to know to plant tomatoes from germinating seeds to transplanting seedlings and hardening off your plants
  • Caring For Your Plants - discover how to care for your plants to minimize pests and diseases and maximize your crop
  • Ripening Tomatoes - left with unripe tomatoes? Find out how to ripen them so you can still use them
  • Pests and Diseases - understand the different pests and diseases that affect tomato plants and how to reduce the risk of contracting them
  • Preserving and Storing Tomatoes - learn the different ways for storing your tomatoes so you can enjoy them throughout the colder months
  • Making Tomato Ketchup - a great way to store tomatoes with this simple to follow method to make your own delicious tomato sauce
  • Home-Made Tomato Recipes - some great recipes you will love to make from your fresh tomatoes

And much, much more.

This in-depth guide will teach you everything you need to know about tomatoes and successfully growing them at home. These are one of the best and most enjoyable crops to grow that can be grown in virtually any space and with this book you will learn everything about growing your own tomatoes.

Whether you are a beginner looking to get started growing tomatoes or a more experienced grower looking to get tips and advice, you will find what you are looking for in "Growing Tomatoes - Your Guide To Growing Delicious Tomatoes At Home". Discover today how you can grow abundant crops of delicious tomatoes at home!

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Greenhouse Gardening

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A Beginners Guide To Growing Fruit and Vegetables All Year Round

"Greenhouse Gardening : A Beginners Guide" is for anyone who wants to know how to get the most out of their greenhouse. Whether you want to extend your growing season, grow unusual plants, grow tomatoes or protect your valued plants from the frost, a greenhouse is an essential item for any gardener.

Greenhouses are incredibly useful but many people don't make the most of their greenhouse and it soon either gets filled with clutter or turns into a jungle of uncontrolled plants. This book provides you with a complete guide to growing any type of plant in a greenhouse and how to make the most of this precious space. With the information in this book, you will be able to avoid the many pitfalls and issues people encounter when buying, building and using their greenhouse, meaning you will save both money and time!

As you read this book you will learn everything from choosing the best type of greenhouse for your needs to building the best type of foundation and even buying used greenhouses. You will learn how a greenhouse can extend your growing season and let you grow plants that you would otherwise be unable to grow. Plus you will get detailed growing guides for the many of the most popular greenhouse crops.

In "Greenhouse Gardening : A Beginners Guide" you will learn:

  • What to look for when buying a greenhouse whether new or used
  • Choosing the best type of glass, flooring, construction material and foundation to ensure your greenhouse has a long life and stands up to the elements
  • The difference between a greenhouse and a polytunnel/hoop house, and which is best for your needs
  • How to build a solid foundation for your greenhouse that stops weeds and keeps in the warmth
  • Why air-flow and cooling are so vital and how to prevent humidity damaging your plants, avoiding some common plant diseases found in greenhouses
  • The best way to heat your greenhouse and the differences between the different heating systems
  • How to irrigate your greenhouse to automatically water your plants and protect them from heat damage
  • The difference between growing in the ground versus growing in containers, and when to use each method
  • To secure your greenhouse against the wind and protect it from damage
  • How to start seedlings successfully in your greenhouse and grow them on into healthy plants
  • Growing tomatoes, chillies, peppers, citrus plants, squashes, cucumbers, grapes, tropical plants and more in your greenhouse
  • What to do to prepare your greenhouse for the growing season
  • Overwintering your greenhouse and extending your growing season into the colder months
  • Avoiding the potential problems associated with owning a greenhouse
  • Dealing with the potential diseases and pests you will encounter in your greenhouse
  • How to ensure your plants are successfully pollinated in your greenhouse
  • Growing year round and producing great yields
  • The best way to clean your greenhouse to combat diseases and pests

A greenhouse is an essential item for any gardener, particularly those in cooler areas and can make a big difference between your tomatoes ripening and you having to make do with fried green tomatoes! When you read this book you will avoid the many frustrations a greenhouse owner can face, learning how to use your greenhouse effectively to get a fantastic harvest every year, no matter what you grow.

Enjoy owning your greenhouse as "Greenhouse Gardening : A Beginners Guide" explains all about the potential pitfalls and how to avoid them. Discover the many benefits of owning a greenhouse today and how you can grow your own vegetables, plants and flowers all year round!

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Growing Garlic

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A Complete Guide to Growing, Harvesting & Using Garlic

"Growing Garlic - A Complete Guide To Growing, Harvesting and Using Garlic" is for anyone who wants to learn how to grow their own delicious garlic at home. This popular plant has been worshipped as a god, used as currency and is very popular as a healing herb and culinary ingredient.

Being such a popular plant, people like to grow it at home. Despite it being relatively easy to grow, it can be difficult to get it to mature successfully. Many people lose their crop and never manage to harvest their own garlic.

I wrote this book to give you a simple to follow, step-by-step guide to successfully growing your own garlic and getting it to mature. The first time you dig up your own fresh garlic bulb will be special indeed.

When you read this book, you will get tips and advice, helping you to plant your garlic, tending it through to harvest time and then storing it, so it lasts for months.

In "Growing Garlic - A Complete Guide To Growing, Harvesting and Using Garlic" you will find out:

  • The History of Garlic - learn where garlic comes from and why it is such a popular plant
  • Types of Garlic - discover the many different types of garlic and their growing requirements plus which are the most popular types
  • How to Grow Garlic - find out exactly how to grow garlic, from ideal soil conditions to planting, feeding, watering and more
  • Harvesting and Storing - understand what you need to do to store your garlic correctly, so it lasts for 6 to 12 months
  • Diseases and Pests - find out more about the common pests and diseases that affect garlic, including how to prevent and treat them
  • Medicinal and Therapeutic Uses - learn the different conditions garlic can be used to treat and the medical research underway into the curative properties of garlic
  • Profiting from Garlic - a business outline for turning a profit from growing garlic at home
  • Cooking with Garlic - discover how the different types of garlic taste in cooking as well as some popular garlic recipes

Garlic is a very rewarding plant to grow at home and when you know the conditions it needs to thrive. Fresh garlic tastes delicious, and there are lots of benefits to be had from it Not only does it make your food taste fantastic, but it can also help protect you from colds as well as many other potential health benefits.

Discover today how you can grow your own garlic successfully at home as "Growing Garlic - A Complete Guide To Growing, Harvesting and Using Garlic" guides you through the entire process from planting to harvesting.

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Raised Bed Gardening

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No Dig, No Bend, Highly Productive Vegetable Gardening

"Raised Bed Gardening - A Guide To Growing Vegetables In Raised Beds" is for anyone who wants to learn more about raised bed gardening; a back and disability friendly way to increase productivity from your vegetable patch!

Raised beds are one of the best ways for you to grow vegetables at home and are low maintenance, easy to plant and highly productive. This book is a complete step-by-step guide showing you exactly how to get started with raised beds in your garden. Whether you want a one or two, or want to create an entire vegetable garden of raised beds, you will find everything you need to know in this informative book.

As you read this book you will find out how much time you can save and how much more you can grow by converting your vegetable garden to raised beds. Of course, if you prefer to grow flowers then a raised bed can be a perfect feature in any garden, built to blend into the design of your home and look fantastic.

When you read "Raised Bed Gardening - A Guide To Growing Vegetables In Raised Beds" you will discover:

  • Why Use Raised Beds In Your Garden? - find out why raised beds are so popular and how they can benefit you
  • Planning and Locating Your Raised Bed Garden - learn what you need to know to plan your raised bed garden for maximum productivity
  • Materials for Building Raised Beds - discover the different materials you can use to build your raised beds and the pros and cons of each
  • Building Your First Raised Bed - step by step plans including material and tools lists for building your first raised bed out of wood
  • The Best Soil Mix for a Raised Bed - learn how to make the best possible soil mix for your raised beds but also one that is in your budget
  • What to Grow and What Not to Grow In a Raised Bed - find out which plants thrive in raised beds and which ones to avoid ... but not for the reasons you may think!
  • No Dig Gardening With a Raised Bed - discover how to grow vegetables in your raised beds without back breaking digging
  • Square Foot Gardening In Raised Beds - a great method for boosting your yield by growing more produce in the same area ... ideally suited to raised beds
  • Growing Vertically In Raised Beds - another method for boosting your productivity which works well in raised beds, helping you to use your space even better
  • Pest Control in Raised Beds - find out how to keep pests under control in your raised beds and why you'll have less of a problem with this gardening method
  • Weed Control in Raised Beds - this is much easier than you may think and you will find out how to significantly reduce the amount of weeding you need to do
  • Crop Rotation and Planting Techniques - discover how to maximize the amount of vegetables you produce plus keep pests and diseases to a minimum with this useful gardening technique
  • Lasagna Gardening - understand this no-dig gardening method and how to use it in your raised beds
  • Over-Wintering Your Raised Beds - learn what you need to do over winter to keep your raised beds productive and to minimize work the following season
  • Raised Beds Tips and Advice - practical advice and tips helping you to make the most of your raised beds

Raised bed gardening is one of the best ways for you to make gardening easier. Your vegetable patch will be much more productive with less work required for digging and weeding as you get more produce out of the same growing area. It's easier on your back and the beds themselves can become a feature in your garden.

Enjoy planning, building and growing in your raised beds as "Raised Bed Gardening - A Guide To Growing Vegetables In Raised Beds" explains all about this exciting and fun way of growing vegetables (or flowers or anything else). Discover today the many benefits of raised bed gardening!

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Companion Planting Secrets

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Chemical Free Methods to Reduce Pests, Combat Diseases and Grow Healthier Plants

"Companion Planting Secrets - Organic Gardening to Deter Pests and Increase Yield" is for anyone who wants to learn more about companion planting. Discover how you can reduce your use of chemicals, attract beneficial insects and improve the quality of fruits and vegetables just by putting the right plants together.

Companion planting can be overwhelming because there is so much information. This book cuts through all the old wive's tales and gives you clear, concise and to the point information on how to improve your plants through companion planting.

This complete, step-by-step guide teaches you everything about companion planting, showing you what plants work together. As you read this book, you will be surprised to find out how simply by moving some of your plants around you can increase yields, deter pests and prevent diseases. This is a powerful gardening technique that is becoming increasingly popular as more gardeners learn to grow in harmony with nature.

This book teaches you everything you need to know about companion planting, showing you exactly which plants to put together and which should never be planted as neighbors.

In "Companion Planting Secrets", you will discover:

  • Exactly what companion planting is, its history and why it is so beneficial to gardeners
  • The best companions for many vegetables grown at home as well as those that should never be planted together
  • The best companions for a number of different flowers, helping the flower gardener also benefit from this gardening technique
  • How to use green manures to enhance the soil so you can grow better crops
  • What plants make good companions for herbs and what herbs can help your vegetables
  • Which trees you should never plant near and how to help your trees be healthier
  • How to control pests with companion planting, reducing many of the insects that normally decimate crops
  • Which insects you want to attract into your garden and how you can not only attract them, but get them to stay
  • Why crop rotation is vital to healthy soil and low pest populations
  • The weeds which benefit your plants and your soil
  • Companion planting is a very important technique for any gardener, being a great way to naturally reduce pests and control diseases. It is powerful and requires very little extra work on your part; just move around some of your plants and you can benefit from companion planting!

Enjoy learning about companion planting as "Companion Planting Secrets" teaches you everything you need to know to practise this technique in your garden. Your plants will benefit from companion planting and you can learn exactly how to use this to protect your plants and increase their yield.

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