A practical guide to natural gardens, showing how to apply organic principles to all aspects of garden planning, design and maintenance. Over 500 inspirational photographs, step-by-step sequences and well-informed text for both first-time and experienced gardeners. Covers all the basic techniques, including soil care, weeding, watering, feeding, growing under glass, pruning and propagation. There is a booming interest in producing fresh, healthy and chemical-free vegetables, herbs and fruit, and this book goes a step further and applies organic principles to the whole garden, from preparing the soil, weeding and watering through to controlling pests, pruning and propagation.