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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… More >>
Teaming with Microbes: A Gardener’s Guide to the Soil Food Web
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I have not yet read the book, so I have no input on the book at this time. Thank you.
Rating: 4 / 5
I expected to like this book, but when they explained pH backward it made me wonder what else is wrong in this book. Quote “Adding OH- to the solution lowers the pH (that is soil is increasingly acidic).
Rating: 4 / 5
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.
Rating: 4 / 5
it was suggested by a Master Gardner that we get this book. Came fast. I also work at our local library and we ordered it.
Rating: 5 / 5
In an interview, Jeff Lowenfels had made a comment about using Miracle-Gro products. Then in introducing this book, Teaming with Microbes, stated that he would never use it again. My mind asked me “Why?”, and so the book was immediately ordered, received, and read. If you don’t know the harm that synthetic fertilizers are doing to your soil and gardens, then you too need to read this book. Not very entertaining like reading a Jerry Baker Garden Tonics Book, but very informative of how to keep your soil healthy. High School biology explained in lamens terms.
David Moffitt
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Rating: 4 / 5