Includes glossary. Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.
Contents:
What are community gardens? - Food for the people - Rest and recreation - Gardens for learning - Sensory gardens - Laying out gardens - Garden soil - Composting - Pest control - Watering the plants - Growing spaces - Sharing benefits and responsibilities - Community gardens in the future.
Summary:
This book is an introduction to how a community garden works, describing plots of land changed to gardens, gardens' positive impact, organic farming, healthy eating, and bringing communities together.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.