A fully revised and updated edition of the self-sufficiency classic. Packed with practical information and expert advice on everything from gardening to cooking, and from health and beauty to raising livestock, this is the indispensable guide to living more sustainably, whether you live in a city apartment block or on a rural smallholding.
Featuring over 150 common flowers from around the UK and Europe, flower type overviews show you what to look for where and similar flowers are shown side by side for quick comparison and identification. This book is suitable for identifying flowers.
A guide to the best fruits and vegetables with tips on how to grow them. It is packed with 100 full-colour illustrated profiles and quick reference recommendations to make choosing easy.
You don't need an allotment to grow your own. This is a guide to maximizing even the smallest of gardening space so you can grow fruit and vegetables at home. It showcases a multitude of plots and ideas to make the most of your small spaces. It includes key techniques such as sowing seeds, assessing soil and choosing the right plants.