--- product_id: 51200034 title: "Organic Gardening: The natural no-dig way" price: "R838" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/51200034-organic-gardening-the-natural-no-dig-way store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # No-dig soil preservation Seasonal planting calendar 100% organic & sustainable Organic Gardening: The natural no-dig way **Price:** R838 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🌿 Grow smarter, not harder β€” join the no-dig revolution today! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Organic Gardening: The natural no-dig way - **How much does it cost?** R838 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/51200034-organic-gardening-the-natural-no-dig-way) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Compost as Gold:** Learn to use compost as a natural mulch that suppresses weeds and feeds your soil simultaneously. - β€’ **Proven Expertise:** Benefit from Charles Dowding’s decades of experience and a community of passionate no-dig gardeners. - β€’ **Sustainably Smart:** Grow vibrant fruits and veggies using eco-friendly, chemical-free techniques that protect wildlife and the planet. - β€’ **Year-Round Harvests:** Follow expert seasonal guidance to sow, plant, and harvest fresh produce all year long. - β€’ **Effortless Soil Health:** Master the no-dig method to nurture soil life and boost crop vitality without backbreaking labor. ## Overview Organic Gardening: The natural no-dig way by Charles Dowding is the definitive guide to sustainable, chemical-free gardening. It reveals how to cultivate healthy, high-yield crops by preserving soil structure through no-dig techniques, using permanent raised beds, and applying organic compost mulches. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned gardeners, this book offers practical, seasonal advice to grow a diverse range of fruits and vegetables while enhancing biodiversity and reducing effort. ## Description The UK's leading no-dig gardening expert, Charles Dowding, shares his organic approach to growing healthy, vibrant crops . The no-dig approach to gardening – based on the key principle of leaving the ground as undisturbed as possible – has gained popularity in recent years as a more efficient, economical and sustainable way to grow healthy plants. Packed with easy-to-follow advice, Organic Gardening reveals the art of the no-dig approach and the techniques required to grow organic crops while enhancing soil structure. By employing the simplicity of the no-dig technique and using a system of permanent, slightly raised beds, Charles Dowding shows how to grow a delicious variety of fruit and vegetables sustainably and organically: what to choose; when to sow, plant and harvest; and how best to avoid pests and diseases. From sowing seeds and making compost to harvesting summer salads and winter vegetables, this accessible guide is an essential resource for beginners and experienced gardeners. Review: Unmissable information - Around ten years ago we watched some videos from Charles on YT. We had just taken on an overgrown allotment in Bristol and needed to advice. The no-dig idea is obviously appealing so we bought this book. I have just bought it again for a present for my sister. After reading and following the advice, we actually went on a course at Charles's property and it was a great and educational day out. From that point on, we have lived the no-dig system that Charles writes about in this book. We now have a small allotment in our back garden and continue to follow the advice given in this book. I can't recommend the advice given within and highly recommend the contents to anyone wanting to grow vegetables naturally and want the easy life whilst producing great vegetables whilst using natural and easy to understand procedures. If you're new to growing and want some advice then I can't think of a better person to get that advice from... Review: A very good book, explaining the organic no dig approach to growing crops - This is a good book, with much useful information. Dowding is not the originator of the no-dig approach to gardening, but he has done a lot to popularise it, and to demonstrate its effectiveness. Quite a bit of the book is taken up with an explanation of the philosophy behind his approach e.g. Using compost as a mulch to keep down weeds, as well as feeding the soil. There are also sections on each group of fruit and veg, with sections on the major crops such as beetroot and onions. Whilst I do recommend this book, it is not without fault. He omits less common crops such as root parsley, and he only mentions a few recommended varieties for each plant. That said, these are minor quibbles. The key message, that there is no need to dig, and that an organic no dig approach is not only easier, but better for you and wildlife is put across in a convincing manner. I have gone over to no dig, and had few weeds to clear, and excellent harvests. It works. ## Features - New Store Stock ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 279,319 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 179 in Organic & Sustainable Gardening & Horticulture 228 in Urban Gardens 277 in Vegetable Gardening | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 566 Reviews | ## Images ![Organic Gardening: The natural no-dig way - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91Y8VM42NjL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unmissable information *by S***S on 20 October 2023* Around ten years ago we watched some videos from Charles on YT. We had just taken on an overgrown allotment in Bristol and needed to advice. The no-dig idea is obviously appealing so we bought this book. I have just bought it again for a present for my sister. After reading and following the advice, we actually went on a course at Charles's property and it was a great and educational day out. From that point on, we have lived the no-dig system that Charles writes about in this book. We now have a small allotment in our back garden and continue to follow the advice given in this book. I can't recommend the advice given within and highly recommend the contents to anyone wanting to grow vegetables naturally and want the easy life whilst producing great vegetables whilst using natural and easy to understand procedures. If you're new to growing and want some advice then I can't think of a better person to get that advice from... ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very good book, explaining the organic no dig approach to growing crops *by D***N on 26 August 2015* This is a good book, with much useful information. Dowding is not the originator of the no-dig approach to gardening, but he has done a lot to popularise it, and to demonstrate its effectiveness. Quite a bit of the book is taken up with an explanation of the philosophy behind his approach e.g. Using compost as a mulch to keep down weeds, as well as feeding the soil. There are also sections on each group of fruit and veg, with sections on the major crops such as beetroot and onions. Whilst I do recommend this book, it is not without fault. He omits less common crops such as root parsley, and he only mentions a few recommended varieties for each plant. That said, these are minor quibbles. The key message, that there is no need to dig, and that an organic no dig approach is not only easier, but better for you and wildlife is put across in a convincing manner. I have gone over to no dig, and had few weeds to clear, and excellent harvests. It works. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Accessible and detailed *by I***L on 15 June 2024* Love this. Have been using no dig for a few years to renovate my.overgrown garden. Has worked a treat. Am now learning to grow veg and keep coming back to this book as it has good detail and is well organised. I love Charles' confidence and enthusiasm. Makes me feel I cam achieve anything as long as I mulch mulch mulch. 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