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Heirloom Gardener: Traditional Plants and Skills for the Modern World

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The Heirloom Gardener by John Forti invites readers to embrace the timeless art of gardening through heirloom seeds and traditional practices. Blending thoughtful essays with practical guidance, the book offers a meaningful exploration of how gardening links us to nature and to past generations. With charming illustrations and insightful wisdom, it encourages slowing down to reconnect with the earth and appreciate the craft of gardening in the modern world.
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Ideal for home gardeners, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking a mindful, traditional approach to gardening and self-sustainability.

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An A-to-Z compilation of traditional gardening skills and heirloom plants, nostalgically illustrated with wood block art.

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Part essay collection, part gardening guide, The Heirloom Gardener encourages readers to embrace heirloom seeds and traditions, serving as a well-needed reminder to slow down and reconnect with nature. Modern Farmer

Modern life is a cornucopia of technological wonders. But is something precious being lost? A tangible bond with our natural world, the deep satisfaction of connecting to the earth that was enjoyed by previous generations?

In The Heirloom Gardener, John Forti celebrates gardening as a craft and shares the lore and traditional practices that link us with our environment and with each other. Charmingly illustrated and brimming with wisdom, this guide will inspire you to slow down, recharge, and reconnect.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781604699937

Publisher: Timber Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 28 July 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Timber Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 272

About the Author

John Forti is an award-winning heirloom specialist, garden historian, ethnobotanist, garden writer, and local foods advocate. He is executive director of Bedrock Gardens, an artist-inspired public sculpture garden and landscape in Lee, New Hampshire, and the recipient of a national 2020 Award of Excellence from National Garden Clubs. He is also a regional governor and biodiversity specialist for Slow Food USA, a national chapter of Slow Food, a global organization and international grassroots movement that connects food producers and consumers to champion local agriculture, farmers markets, and traditional, regional cuisine. Visit him, The Heirloom Gardener, at jforti.com.

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