Our review of : Simple Raised Bed and Container Gardening for Small Spaces

Easy Urban Homestead Farming Methods to Grow Vegetables, Fruit, Herbs & Plants This Season!

Written by : Jon Marriner

Release date : 03-24-22

Retail price : $14.95

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This book is all about easy, no-nonsense gardening techniques for small spaces. Whether you’re using raised beds, containers or even just a few pots on your windowsill, the author will show you how to get started and produce an abundance of fruits and vegetables right in your own backyard or city balcony. You’ll find advice on choosing plants that are best suited to your space and climate, as well as tips for mulching, watering and harvesting. With Simple Raised Bed & Container Gardening for Small Spaces, you’ll be able to grow everything from tomatoes and peppers to strawberries and herbs – regardless of where you live!

For who is this book for ?

This book is for people who live in an apartment or a small house and don’t have a lot of space to plant a garden. It also tells you what plants grow best in raised beds or containers, which makes it easy to choose the right plants for your space.

Pros :

  • The author provides easy to follow instructions
  • The book is filled with helpful tips and advice
  • You can grow a variety of plants in small spaces using the methods described

Cons :

  • The book might be too simple for some people.
  • Some of the information may be redundant to those who have more gardening experience.
  • The author does not address any potential problems that could occur while gardening in a small space.

Learn more about the author

Jon Marriner is a lifelong gardener and urban homesteader. He has written extensively about vegetable gardening, beekeeping, sustainable living and more. In this book, he provides easy-to-follow instructions for growing an abundance of fruits and vegetables in even the smallest of spaces.

Reader Reviews

“This book is a must-read for anyone with even the tiniest outdoor space who wants to start gardening. The author’s easy, step-by-step instructions make it simple to get started, and the wealth of information included on specific plants will help you choose wisely and get the most out of your garden.”

“This book is a great resource for anyone who wants to get into container or raised bed gardening, regardless of experience level. The author provides clear instructions and helpful tips on everything from planting to harvesting, with plenty of illustrations to guide you along the way. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in starting their own vegetable garden.”

“This book is a must-read for anyone interested in urban gardening! The author provides clear, concise instructions on how to get started with raised bed or container gardening – even if you don’t have a lot of space. I’m definitely putting these tips into practice this season!”

“This book is a must-read for anyone with even a little bit of outdoor space who wants to start gardening! The author provides easy step-by-step instructions for building raised beds, planting vegetables and herbs, and creating beautiful container gardens. I live in an apartment with no backyard, but after reading this book I was able to set up three flourishing containers on my balcony – now I can’t wait to see what kinds of delicious produce I can harvest this summer!”

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