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The Basic 5 : The Primer 2nd Edition - Robbin Swinger Otey

The Basic 5

The Primer 2nd Edition

By: Robbin Swinger Otey

Paperback | 6 April 2024

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Are you ready to embark on your journey into urban gardening?


"The Basic 5: The Primer: A Guide for Novice Gardeners to Cultivate Competence, Confidence, and Sustainability 2nd Edition" is the inaugural installment in a series developed to empower novice urban gardeners as they take their first steps into the world of gardening. In this introductory volume, discover five keys to becoming a Competent, Confident, and Sustainable Urban Gardener.


1. PLAN: Lay the foundation for your garden with investigative note-taking techniques.


2. PLOT: Design and organize your space in sustainable ways that encourage your creativity. Drawing, coloring, and map-making are encouraged.


3. PLANT: Practice the art of placing your plants in ways that will establish a beautiful, healthy, flourishing garden. Plant at the correct times in the best locations.


4. PAMPER: Cultivate a greener thumb with an introduction to the essentials of plant care and maintenance.


5. PULL: Harvest the fruits of your labor. Preserve them, store them, and maybe even sell them. Celebrate the success of your urban gardening venture.


Since 2016, these techniques have been successfully practiced and taught to individuals and groups via hybrid workshops and seminars. Whether you are a newcomer or an experienced gardener seeking to refine your skills, "The Basic 5: The Primer" series can equip you to transform any urban space into a sustainable and vibrant garden.

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