The Good Dirt

Improving soil health for more successful gardening. Xanthe White goes beneath the surface to reveal the secrets to successful gardening in her third book The Good Dirt. As the title suggests, this book is all about the soil we find in our garden and more particularly how we can maximize its growing potential. If you've ever wondered why some plants thrive in one location but struggle in your own backyard, or watched helplessly as plants inexplicably die, you'll likely find explanations in the soil below. Xanthe White examines the five main soil types found in New Zealand and offers advice on how to get the best out of each one to ensure your garden flourishes.