| Teaming with Microbes: A Gardener's Guide to the Soil Food Web | 
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (based on 38 reviews)
Sales Rank: 13980
Category: Book
Authors: Jeff Lowenfels, Wayne Lewis
Publisher: Timber Press, Incorporated
Studio: Timber Press, Incorporated
Manufacturer: Timber Press, Incorporated
Label: Timber Press, Incorporated
Format: Illustrated
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 196
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 5.9 x 0.8
ISBN: 0881927775
Dewey Decimal Number: 631.4
EAN: 9780881927771
ASIN: 0881927775
Publication Date: July 15, 2006
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Product Description
Teaming With Microbes enlightens readers in two important ways. First, in clear, straightforward language, it describes the activities of the organisms that make up the soil food web, from the simplest of single-cell organisms to more familiar multicellular animals such as insects, worms, and mammals. Second, the book explains how to foster and cultivate the life of the soil through the use of compost, mulches, and compost teas. By eschewing jargon, the authors make the text accessible to a wide audience, from devotees of organic gardening techniques to weekend gardeners who simply want to grow healthy, vigorous plants without resorting to chemicals.
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 If you are ready to take it a step further. September 5, 2008
This book is not for everyone. The first half as the author refers to it is a science book in every meaning. Details, facts, vocabulary are all present. I've had a fair amount of science in college but never in this area. I'll admit it was a bit slow at the start. But once you get to the second half it all falls into place. When he starts to discuss different composts, you understand what is in them, what purpose they serve, because he's already given you the background.
Cons not for everyone.
Teaming with Microbes June 5, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a detailed description of organisms in the soil, what kind you need for different types of plants, and how to get and keep them. It explains why organic gardening is more efficient, and eventually an easier way to grow. It is well written and informative.
A must for the organic gardener! May 29, 2008
A beautifully written book. This book is simple and highly informative. It is a must read for everybody who is interested in organic gardening. Once you have read the book you will have a deep appreciation and understanding of soil.
Teaming with Microbes May 19, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I love this book! I raise red wiggler worms and lecture on worms and composting. This book has added to my interest and fascination with worms and now with worm/compost tea. I will use it as part of my lectures and recommend it in my classes and lectures.
Excellent resource May 17, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Despite the short length of this book, it was packed with lots of good information and was easy to read. It brought to my attention aspects of fungi versus microbial activity that I was never aware of and how these affect soil quality for gardens versus shrubs. The book has had an immediate payback for me, as I am a novice composter and now know how to do that better. It also described compost teas which I was only vaguely familiar with. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in gardening in an earth-friendly way or to those who have relied solely on inorganic fertilizers and need to learn their true effects.
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