Survival Gardening

No backyard, no problem! Learn how to grow clean and delicious food, even when you’re tight on space. Are you having a hard time finding high-quality food that is actually healthy? Are you fed up with paying boatloads of money for organic produce and want a more affordable option? Do you want to become self-sufficient in feeding yourself and learn how to grow your favorite veggies, regardless of your previous experience with gardening or your available space? If any or all of the above stands true for your situation, then it’s your big day... you’ve found the key to healthier and more sustainable living! Considering how easy it is to grab packaged food from a nearby grocery store, it is hard for most people to even think of growing their own food – convenience over sustainability! But the events that unfolded since the beginning of 2020 raised alarming concerns about our future... Hunger levels are at an all-time high, with close to 200 million being pushed down to face acute food insecurity, as reported by the Global Report on Food Crises 2022. And as if the pandemic wasn’t enough, the rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine have made it even more difficult to afford a decent lifestyle, with food prices consistently going up. But an affordable and sustainable option is within reach. It’s possible to eat healthy and naturally delicious food without breaking the bank. The answer lies in survival gardening. Imagine if you could grow your favorite veggies and have fresh ingredients available just an arm’s stretch away... Sustainable gardening allows you to grow nutrient-rich food at almost a third of what you’d normally pay for packed stuff. And what’s even more satisfying is that it doesn’t take acres of land or expensive tools to start your own garden... you can start gardening in your backyard or on your balcony with a few hand tools. In this guide, you will discover ● 7 compelling reasons why taking up survival gardening makes absolute sense ● How you can find the perfect spot for starting your own garden (it can be right outside your kitchen windowsill!) ● How to grow healthy and delicious veggies in your own backyard (even if you are a complete beginner!) ● Solid tips on deciding on your garden size – make the best use of every inch of extra space to grow clean and nutritious food ● Top 10 veggies anybody can grow in their home garden – plus some impressive ideas on how to boost your yield ● A mini-guide on plant nutrition and care – learn how to make fertile soil at home, prevent plant diseases, and make your food last longer! And so much more! Introduction Chapter 1: First Things First—Why Should Anyone Learn Gardening? Self-Sufficiency Top Reasons to Start Your Own Garden Chapter 2: Gardening Essentials for Beginners What Beginners Need to Know Taking Care of the Basics Identifying Your Hardiness Zones Chapter 3: Garden, Garden...Everywhere! An Insight into Home Gardening Basics of Gardening in Tiny Spaces On to Survival Gardening Chapter 4: Mapping Your Vegetation Setting Up Your Garden Deciding on Your Garden Size Chapter 5: Getting Your Tools Ready Seed Starting Containers Seed Starting Mix Tending Your Garden Harvesting and Storing Your Produce Chapter 6: The Different Styles of Gardening Seeds or Saplings: What to Choose Transplanting Garden Plants Chapter 7: Setting the Base Right Soil Improving Soil Health Potting Mix or Potting Soil? Fertilizer Chapter 8: Nourishing Your Garden Air Water Light Chapter 9: Populating Your Garden Direct-Seeded in the Garden Transplanted as Seedlings Roots or Bulbs Best 10 Vegetables for a Beginner Survival Garden Chapter 10: Storing Your Bounty Storing Your Produce for Later Use Food Preservation Methods Chapter 11: Protecting Your Plants Survival and Protection Protecting Plants from Cold and Frost Protecting Plants in Summer Protecting Plants from Soil-Borne Diseases Protecting Plants from Animals Protecting Plants from Human Error Protecting Plants from Pests Chapter 12: The Gardener’s Support Finding a Gardening Mentor Best Gardening Groups on Facebook Best Online Courses on Gardening Conclusion References Image References