Companion Planting

by Richard Bird

A new approach to gardening.

Genres: Gardening

Paperback

First published January 1, 1990

About the author

Richard Bird is a horticultural expert and gardening author.

There are other authors named Richard Bird:
* Richard Bird — a contemporary author
* Richard Bird — an early 20th-century author
* Richard S. Bird — a computer scientist

Reviews

[Josiah · Rating 2 out of 5]

I picked up this book expecting to find lists and more about which plants should/not be planted near other plants. I was sorely disappointed to find those lists occupied about 6 pages, and the rest was dedicated to the general idea of why companion planting is a good idea. The main point of this book is to encourage a gardener to consider shape,texture, color, and location when choosing where to place various plants. But there are very few details as to how to make those choices. I do not recommend spending time on this book.

Writing: B
Plot: B
Vocabulary: Advanced
Level: Adult
Rating: G
Worldview: Descriptive

[Ruric Amhari · Rating 4 out of 5]

Useful book examining the concept of companion planting to ameliorate risk of pests and diseases and make the garden more integrated.

Sections on: garden framework; fruit, vegetables and herbs; flowers and foliage; the inetgrated garden; exotic companions.

Illustrated with photos, colour sketchsm diagrams and planting plans, plus lots of pop out boxes and lists to summarise information given.

Useful and reader friendly.