Lessons in Nature Review

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(More customer reviews)Reviewed by Irene Watson for Reader Views (7/06)

Malcolm Beck is an expert in organic gardening and shares his expertise in a concise, informative book "Lessons in Nature."He covers composting, fertilizing, mulching, insecticides, as well as tree and lawn care, gardening, beneficial insects and everything else you need to know to create an organic atmosphere in your yard or farm.

I have personally composted yard and kitchen waste for many years and found Beck's writing on composting confirming that I am doing the right thing. Beck indicates that kitchen wastes (vegetables and fruits) have ample nitrogen to create compost.I was always under the impression that heat within the compost pile itself is necessary, however, Beck advises that heat is not necessary.His comment is "I have never seen a forest floor heat up."He further explains, "Nature demands that all organic materials be recycled.The carbon cycle must be completed.Composting is Nature's way of recycling."

The other area of interest in Beck's book was mulching.There are many opinions of what type of mulch should be used, however, Beck suggests that compost is the best type of mulch, with corn cobs being second best.He also keeps reiterating to mimic a forest floor.

Beck's "Lessons in Nature" is a must for anyone wanting to start organic gardening.It is full of to the point information that is written in a lay person's terms.The information is easy to understand and simple of implement into your own garden, whether it be a small backyard garden, a large farm, or a balcony potted garden.

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This new, expanded edition of Beck's classic The Garden-Ville Method includes even more practical and inspirational philosophy and techniques on soil building, planting and growing, pest control and more. Told in a modest and often humorous style, Lessons in Nature combines empirical observation with a healthy dose of common sense. Through his observations and experience, Malcolm Beck will help readers discover nature while growing delicious food, all without damaging the environment. This book can provide the beginner with all the information needed to get started using organic methods, and to experience the rewards of an organic lifestyle.

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