Weeds and Why They Grow

by Jay L. McCaman

Correcting Soil Problems; Soil Fertility; Transition; Tillage; Weed Control By Cultivation; Weed Control By Parasites; Weed Control In Pastures; Farmer Experiences; Herbicide Notes; Weeds and Insects; Weeds in the Bible; Compost Collectors.

Tables are categorised by soil conditions, weeds suppressed by crops and alternate names.

This book is for the plantsman who is familiar with weed names and chemical components.

116 pages, Paperback, 210 x 280mm

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Harry Rotz]

I had this book and liked it so well I ordered one for a friend. Used it for several years and only about two years ago did I really start to really follow it. Interesting think is mine has disappeared and when I contacted my friend his has disappeared also. I have been through the stacks of books three times and he has search twice and no luck. Hate to sound weird but, this is strange. Anyhow thought the book was great.

[Michelle Randall · Rating 3 out of 5]

Every weed grows in a somewhat narrow window of allowable soil conditions. This meaning that depending on location and soil type, the growth of weeds vary. For the first time, hundreds of weeds of commercial importance are detailed, along with the chemical analysis of accompanying soils. This allows the reader to identify their own soil types, weeds and what to do to modify the soil to reduce and eliminate the weeds.

Burdock, for example, grows in soils with very high levels of iron and sulphate, very low levels of calcium and manganese. Balance the soil, lose the weed. A spiral-bound handbook of more weeds than you will ever see in your lifetime, and the soil conditions ripe for the growth of weeds, and what to do to eliminate them. In fact, this just might be the bible of sustainable and eco-friendly weed control. No matter the size of operation you have, this is a must have book.