Gardening Myths And Misconceptions Av Charles Dowding

<p><b>Conventional wisdom is difficult to question, even when it is misguided and contains many contradictions.</b><br><br>Should you water in the evening? Do containers need pottery shards for drainage? Can cucumbers and tomatoes be grown together? Gardening has its share of such ‘myths’ – some with discernible origins in history, others that have become established for no obvious reason – and they often obscure simpler and easier methods of working.<br><br>Asking why gardeners are always told to do things a certain way, Charles Dowding clears up common garden misconceptions in this delightfully illustrated book. Wise words from a thoughtful practitioner, Charles reveals how common-sense triumphs and crops are more successful when these ‘rules’ are overturned.<br><br><i>Gardening Myths and Misconceptions</i> is a fascinating but practical book that will save the seasoned gardener time and give new gardeners heart.</p>