A breakthrough book. No comprehensive horticultural library should be without
it. --American Gardener
When we use chemical fertilizers, we injure the microbial life that sustains
plants, and then become increasingly dependent on an arsenal of toxic
substances. Teaming with Microbes offers an alternative to this vicious circle,
and details how to garden in a way that strengthens, rather than destroys, the
soil food web. You'll discover that healthy soil is teeming with life--not just
earthworms and insects, but a staggering multitude of bacteria, fungi, and other
microorganisms. This must-have guide is for everyone, from those devoted to
organic gardening techniques to weekend gardeners who simply want to grow
healthy