The Organic Manual, 6th Edition

The Organic Manual, 6th Edition is Howard Garrett's comprehensive guide to organic gardening and landscaping that works coast to coast.

Rather than only telling you to stop using chemicals, Garrett explains in detail what to do instead with the organic method.

At a glance

• Format: Book
• Edition: 6th Edition
• Author: Howard Garrett
• Publisher: Mother Earth News
• Topics: Organic gardening, landscaping, soil, pest control

Best for

• Organic gardeners of all levels
• Landscapers going chemical-free
• Readers anywhere in North America
• Soil-health and natural-living fans
• A gift for a gardener

What's inside

Garrett covers stopping toxic chemicals, pesticides, and synthetic fertilizers, then details practical organic alternatives including bed preparation, planting, pest control, and compost making, alongside natural living advice, for both ornamental landscaping and food crops.

About Mother Earth News

Mother Earth News is a long-running publisher covering homesteading, organic gardening, and sustainable living, offering practical self-reliance guidance for modern readers.

Sold by Mother Earth News, based in Topeka, Kansas.