Step?by?Step Veg Patch
ISBN: 9781740333467
Author: Lucy Chamberlain (DK Australia)
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley (Australia), first published May?2017

This engaging paperback runs to 192 pages and measures approximately 19.6?cm by 23.3?cm,  weighing about 720?g. Designed especially for small-space gardeners, it shows how even a balcony, patio or courtyard can become a thriving veggie patch.

Packed with bright photographs and clear visual instructions, this guide leads you through selecting containers, preparing soil, planting seeds and seedlings, and maintaining fruit and vegetable crops with ease. Calendar prompts tailored to Australian seasons help with sowing and harvesting at the right time, and the tone is warm, reassuring and practical—just like chatting with a gardening friend.

Compact yet comprehensive, this title explains care tasks such as pruning, watering regimes, pest management and crop rotation in a jargon-free, step-by-step way. It’s the perfect companion for urban gardeners wanting to grow their own food, with guidance that blends nutrition, sustainability and design seamlessly.

Although it’s now a couple of years old, this edition remains relevant and reliable, appealing to gardeners of all experience levels who want clear, local advice and beautiful visuals to match. It’s a solid addition to any gardening collection, especially for those with limited outdoor space.

Currently out of print.

SOFT COVER BOOK, IN PRE-LOVED CONDITION. THIS BOOK HAS SOME VERY SLIGHT DAMAGE TO THE BOTTOM OF THE COVER. OTHERWISE EXCELLENT.