| Description |
x, 205 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
The role of compost in soil -- The science of composting -- Compostable material -- Managing the composting process -- Piles, bins, and tumblers -- Easy composting -- Vermicomposting -- Bokashi composting -- Eco-enzyme (garbage enzyme) -- buying compost -- Compost tea -- Selecting the best composting method -- Using compost -- Epilogue: beware of garden myths. |
| Summary |
"Compost Science for Gardeners demystifies the full range of composting methods and helps readers determine or select the best technique for their situation. This comprehensive, plain-language, science-based book covers everything from the inputs required to the beneficial impacts on the environment and soil health."-- Provided by publisher. |
| Form |
Issued also in electronic formats. |
| Subject |
Compost -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Garden soils.
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Gardening -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Compost. (OCoLC)fst00871782
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Garden soils. (OCoLC)fst00937824
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Gardening. (OCoLC)fst00937852
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| Genre/Form |
Handbooks and manuals. (OCoLC)fst01423877
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Handbooks and manuals.
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| Other Form: |
Online version: Pavlis, Robert. Compost science for gardeners. Gabriola, British Columbia : New Society Publishers, 2023 1550927701 9781550927702 (OCoLC)1343766708 |
| ISBN |
0865719764 (softcover) |
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9780865719767 (softcover) |
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