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	• Great Garden Companions: A Companion-Planting System for a Beautiful, Chemical-Free Vegetable Garden Sally Jean Cunningham Rodale Books, 2000 - 288 pages average customer review:based on 38 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

Must have

I checked this book out through inter-library loan - had to return it last week & am really missing it! So needless to say will be buying my own copy soon. I had read some other books on companion planting but they weren't as thorough or impressive as this one. Excellent resource, especially for beginners. The bulk of the book is about companion planting but she also discusses the marits of mulching, composting, beneficial bugs & more in an easy to read format. I personally have never been to fond of the separate "garden plot" - off, alone by itself (never mind that we don't currantly have the space on our city lot for one anyway :). Have already put some of companion planting to practice & so far am having success (you should see my leafy lettuce & spinach!). This is a great book for many reasons - it's a budget friendly, green guide to gardening! Blessings...

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Easy Reading and Entertaining

It is refreshing to read something that is personalized and not so technical. She is very honest about why she does things, and doesn't try to support her methods with straw arguments or non-relative research as some "Gurus" try to preach in their literature. She'll tell you that a certain way is just the way she likes it, and it seems to work. I can appreciate that honesty. This is still a developing field and a corroboration of opinions and research from all over the country and the world are important for the future. This book opened my eyes to just what a "weed" is. This spring has been an adventure instead of a hoeing nightmare. I now watch the beneficial insects buzz about the "weeds" and let them be until I acutally need the space for other plantings. The book also includes beautiful full color photos as examples.

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Invaluable advice from years of experience

The concept of plant families from a compatibility standpoint is such a useful way of explaining what to plant where. For even an experienced gardener this is an excellent book.

GREAT Gift for a Gardener or Yourself

I love this book. It is filled with loads of useful information explained in a clear and concise manner. Not only is it a great book to own, but it is also a great book to give as a gift.

Great Gardening Companions

I am findingg this book to be very interesting and helpful My goal is to not have to use any pesticides and garden in a very small space. This book is giving me many helpful ideas.

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Discover the secrets of a naturally pest-proof vegetable garden with Great Garden Companions. Let master gardener Sally Jean Cunningham show you how to keep pests and diseases at bay with her unique companion-gardening system. By planting special combinations of vegetables, flowers, and herbs, you can minimize pest and disease problems and create a high-yielding, beautiful garden!

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