A celebration of the wonders of the natural world, this beautiful yet practical book is a simple guide for people in Southern Africa to grow their own food in whatever space is available, using methods that are tried and tested, simple, low-cost, water-wise, and resourceful. From classifying the different soils and tools that one needs in a successful garden, this guide also offers practical advice on maintaining and protecting an organic garden.

A celebration of the wonders of the natural world, this beautiful yet practical book is a simple guide for people in Southern Africa to grow their own food in whatever space is available, using methods that are tried and tested, simple, low-cost, water-wise, and resourceful. From classifying the different soils and tools that one needs in a successful garden, this guide also offers practical advice on maintaining and protecting an organic garden.

About the Author
Pat Featherstone is a teacher and the director of a nonprofit organization, Soil for Life.

Leah Hawker is a freelance photographer who focuses on botany, fashion, and beauty. Her fine-art body of work deals with gender issues and stereotyping through the photographic process, as well as mixed media.


Book Information
ISBN 9781770096509
Author Pat Featherstone
Page Count 192
Imprint Jacana Media
Publisher Jacana Media (Pty) Ltd
Weight(grams) 500g
Dimensions(mm) 230mm * 192mm * 15mm