{"title":"Ortrud Grieb","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrtrud Grieb's books offer practical insights into sustainable gardening, focusing on techniques such as \u003cem\u003ecompanion planting\u003c\/em\u003e that enhance your garden’s health and productivity. Readers can expect clear guidance that blends traditional wisdom with modern approaches to creating thriving outdoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of home and garden, Grieb’s work encourages mindful cultivation and fosters a deeper connection with nature. Her writing is accessible and inspiring, making gardening both a science and an enjoyable art.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"companion-planting-by-ortrud-grieb-9781399427487","title":"Companion Planting","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe many benefits of strategically growing vegetables with other plants to enhance their growth, health and flavour.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs beautiful as it is productive, companion planting is a cultivation method that not only reduces the number of pests but also increases pollination, encourages healthy root systems, and even makes edible crops more nutritious. For example, strawberries, marigolds and garlic may seem like an unusual trio, but marigolds release chemicals that reduce the reproduction of aphids, helping to protect all three crops against infestation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eCompanion Planting\u003c\/em\u003e, renowned horticulturalist Ortrud Grieb outlines 18 sample bed combinations for popular vegetables and fruits, each complete with planting lists and month-by-month tasks. Illustrated with 80 eye-catching photographs, 40 diagrams and lots of tables and tips, Ortrud will help you to establish a strong basis for healthy growth and ecological protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re growing in a garden, raised bed, or container, this practical guide is essential for anyone who wants an attractive, healthy and easy-to-maintain kitchen garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47495404585196,"sku":"9781399427487","price":62.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781399427487-companion-planting.jpg?v=1775794408"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ortrud-grieb.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}