Mike McGrath's Book of Compost

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During his seven years as Editor-in-Chief of Organic Gardening magazine, Mike McGrath learned quite a bit about the nature and science of composting. And he’s never stopped studying, because he wants to give the best, most up-to-date information to the listeners of his nationally-syndicated Public Radio show, “You Bet Your Garden.” He offers the fruits of his labors in this illustrated guide that reveals why compost is the answer to virtually every garden question. McGrath explains why compost improves soil structure; why it provides the perfect amount of food for every plant; how it fights plant diseases more safely and effectively than any chemical fungicide; and how to make your own. This is a must-have on every gardener’s bookshelf!

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128 pages, Paperback

First published August 28,2006

This edition

Format: 128 pages, Paperback
Published: August 28, 2006 by Sterling
ISBN: 9781402733987
ASIN: 1402733984
Language: English

About the author

mike mcgrath

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The Short Take
Mike McGrath is:
Host of the nationally syndicated Public Radio show, You Bet Your Garden
Garden Editor for WTOP News Radio in Washington, DC
Contributing Editor and columnist for Greenprints magazine
Former Editor-in-Chief of ORGANIC GARDENING magazine
Author of books on Tomatoes, Compost and Kitchen Gardening