Contents

Foreword

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Stacking Up

Growing Plants for Food, Construction, Flowers, Teaching, and Connections

Building Fertile Soils

Encouraging a Healthy Web of Life

Stop the Tilling Cycle

Harnessing the Natural Powers of Worms and Mushrooms

Watering by Hand

Using the Essential Skill of Observation to Keep Plants Hydrated

Rooting in the Ground

Working with Pass-Along Plants

Saving Seeds

Treasuring Heirlooms for Genetics and Nutrients

Handmade Structures

Using Garden Materials for Trellises and Sculptures

Tools

Reviving Essential and Neglected Hand Tools

Scavenging

Unearthing Great Plants from Many Places

Pest Philosophy

Taking a Holistic Approach to Insects and Weeds

Finding the Spirit

Telling Stories Through Your Garden

Resources

Photography Credits

Further Reading

Index