Backyard Gardener by Kelly Orzel

The Backyard Gardener: Your Complete Guide to Edible and Sustainable Gardening

Discover the joys of growing your own food with The Backyard Gardener, a practical and inspiring guide for home gardeners of all levels. Perfect for anyone embracing the “garden-to-table” lifestyle, this book answers essential questions like: How important is composting? Is seed saving really worth it?

Kelly Orzel walks you through every step of edible gardening, from choosing the right soil and selecting sustainable, organic plants to planting, nurturing, and harvesting your garden’s bounty. Packed with helpful sidebars such as “Garden Center Survival Tips,” this guide equips readers with the confidence and know-how to create thriving gardens.

Featuring stunning photographs of plant bed designs, propagation techniques, and more, The Backyard Gardener is the ultimate handbook for anyone looking to grow healthy, delicious food right in their own backyard.