A lively and practical guide to organic gardening from a renowned garden expert.

Annie Spiegelman's down-to-earth wit and wisdom create the perfect primer for anyone with a passion for home-grown veggies or fresh-cut flowers, no matter what their skill level, location, or resources. Includes advice on:

-Learning to worship the worm and build a compost pile

-Landscape designs-start small in order to create a basic plan for a plot

-The secret to healthy soil (the only way to have a healthy garden)

-Irrigation systems and strategies to conserve water

-Proper pruning-from roses to trees

-How to combine vegetables to make them thrive

-How to let your garden go native and become drought tolerant

-Edible landscaping and gardening in small spaces

Talking Dirt is a one-stop handbook that features resources for shopping, learning, and promoting environmentally sound garden practices within local communities.