Square foot gardening with mel bartholomew youtube. Square foot gardening creator mel bartholomew started the square foot gardening foundation in 1996 with the mission to help end world hunger one square foot at a time. Twice as much in half the space a complete garden book for both the beginner and the expert a new way to garden with 80 percent less space and work the companion book to the nationally acclaimed television series over 900,000 copies in print square foot gardening presents a new way to garden in less space with less work. The founding father of square foot gardening, also known as sfg, mel bartholomew died on 42816 at the age of 85.
Square foot gardening was created by mel bartholomew in a 1981 book. Jan 01, 1981 mel bartholomew is famous for his square foot gardens, and in all new square foot gardening, he gives us the tools we need to have the garden of our dreams. Mel and his staff will teach your audience how to easily eliminate 80% of that space, thus 80% of the work, 90 % of the water, and 95% of the seeds, with the simple square foot gardening method. Square foot gardening basically involves growing vegetables in 6inch deep bottomless boxes made of lumber. Before the book before the pbs tv show this photo is of my very first experimental square foot garden back in old field, november 05. If you dont have the time or space to construct raised beds, consider starting a container garden. Square foot gardening was created in 1975 by mel bartholomew with his first book being published in 1981 called square foot gardening. First, were going to assume youre using mel s mix as prescribed in the all new square foot gardening book which is, by volume. The top 8 survival gardening books for your bookshelf. Good news for everyone whos been procrastinating on the garden planting. Who remembers good ole mel bartholomew and square foot gardening. Mel bartholomews most popular book is all new square foot gardening.
Square foot gardening benefits and how to gardensall. Ready to inspire a whole new generation of gardeners. The revolutionary way to grow more in less space ebook written by mel bartholomew. Whats different in mel s all new square foot gardening book over the original.
Mel bartholomew was the founder and inventor of the square foot gardening method and the author of all new square foot gardening, the bestselling gardening book in america for a generation. Since square foot gardening was first introduced in 1981, the revolutionary new way to garden developed by mel bartholomew has helped millions of home gardeners grow more fresh produce in less space and with less work. More projects new solutions grow vegetables anywhere all new square foot gardening 9 mel bartholomew, square foot gardening foundation on. His followup title, all new square foot gardening, was published in 2005 and has since made home gardening accessible for millions. As you can see by the poor video quality this segment was taken from my old beta machine to vhs, and now digital format. The passing of a legend, yet his legacy lives on and keeps on growing. Sfg rapidly gained popularity during the 1980s through mel s first book and television series and since then has. The results get better the more you combine the principles of several growing methods. Basically, instead of planting veg in long rows, the author mel bartholomew. Leadershipboard of directors square foot gardening foundation. This book has probably launched more gardeners than helen launched ships. Pictures, easy to follow illustrated instructions, tips and tricks. Square foot gardening accessories mels mix soil, drip irrigation systems, grids, etc. All new square foot gardening, 3rd edition, fully updated.
Now entering its third decade in operation, the foundation continues mel s mission by introducing new gardeners to the square foot. It has excellent water retention and all the nutrients, minerals, and trace elements that plants need. Includes photos of our own garden mel bartholomew is famous for his square foot gardens, and in all new square foot gardening, he gives us the tools we need to have the garden of our dreams. A visual guide to raising and harvesting prime garden produce all new square foot gardening by mel bartholomew foundation and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. May 08, 2016 mel bartholomew, a construction engineer who turned lattice into lettuce by popularizing a gridlike framework for what he called square foot gardening, died on april 28 in san diego. No weeds mel bartholomew, creator of square foot gardening. All new square foot gardening by mel bartholomew and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This book is great for beginners or experienced gardeners. Each of these 4 by 4 square beds was then divided into sixteen one foot. Feb 14, 2006 author mel bartholomew developed the innovative square foot approach to gardening back in the 1970s, first publishing on the subject a few years later. Expanding on proven techniques and approaches, this book will help you put more harvest on your table, with no additional garden beds. His first book, square foot gardening was published in 1981 and became the largest selling gardening book of all time. In the ensuing years, mel continued to write and publish books. It became very popular because of the pbs public broadcasting station television series.
If youd like to experiment with square foot gardening, mel bartholomew s book is excellent. Though not a complete list, this set should give you a darned good start on your survival gardening plans. That success led to the popular pbs and discovery channel television series in which square foot gardening became a household name. He made substantial updates to his technique with the latest version of his book. Photos and videos mel bartholomew square foot gardening. That means less time spent building raised beds, less soil to buy or shovel, less weeding and watering, and more eating delicious fresh vegetables. Bagged compost youre starting your square foot garden hooray. One of the bestselling garden books ever is fresher than ever. Get square foot gardening soil on amazon with free shipping mel s mix is available on amazon in 2 cu. The entire book has been converted to the metric system, but the adaptations go much deeper than that. May 31, 2009 check out this youtube video for more about mel and square foot gardening.
Jul 02, 2008 square foot gardening sfg is a great way to convert that boring suburbia grass lawn into a sustainable produce isle. An introduction to squarefoot gardening get rich slowly. I bought if after reading a great number of blog posts about square foot gardening, and after watching all the videos on youtube. Mel bartholomew, an engineer who popularized square foot. Anyone read square foot gardeningby mel bartholomew. Feb 14, 2006 buy all new square foot gardening revised edition by bartholomew, mel isbn. In this exclusive 60min howto video, you will learn everything you need to know about using the square foot gardening method at home to grow your own abundant crops in a limited space. Sue doeden tries out mel bartholomew s new sfg cookbook. We lay down a weed fabric under our boxes, so that none of the existing weed seeds in the ground will sprout and come up into your garden. She is also offering all of you a free copy of mels book the all new square foot gardening with a garden package purchaseuse the code q44i63mpgwh9q at check out. Square foot gardening is being continued through the square foot gardening. All new square foot gardening book by mel bartholomew. Author mel bartholomew developed the innovative square foot approach to gardening back in the 1970s, first publishing on the subject a few years later. That explains why author and gardening innovator mel bartholomew has sold more than two million books teaching how to become a successful diy square foot gardener.
Nov 27, 2018 mel bartholomew was the founder and inventor of the square foot gardening method and the author of all new square foot gardening, the bestselling gardening book in america for a generation. Square foot gardening promises little or no weeding, consistent results, and lots of organic veggies from a tiny space. Her passion is to uphold the mission of the sfg foundation to end world hunger one square foot at a time. Mel bartholomew has 16 books on goodreads with 15473 ratings. Sep 25, 20 get square foot gardening soil on amazon with free shipping mels mix is available on amazon in 2 cu. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Mel bartholomew square foot garden basic gardening.
The book shows you ways to get more from your gardening efforts. The phrase square foot gardening was popularized by mel bartholomew in a 1981 rodale press book and subsequent pbs television series. Jul 30, 2010 square foot gardening commonly referred to as sfg is a planting method that was developed by american author and tv presenter mel bartholomew in the 1970s. Kim is a square foot gardening certified instructor mentored by wellknown author and creator of the sfg method, mel bartholomew. In all new square food gardening, 3rd edition, the bestselling gardening book in north america is relaunched and updated for the next generation of gardeners and beyond. Ive turned my popular square foot gardening cheat sheets into printable mini books. May 16, 20 square foot gardening sfg is a great technique for growing a lot of produce in very little space.
We wanted to share an oldie but a goodie from mel bartholomew, creator and founder of square foot gardening. For more than 30 years mel bartholomew has been answering questions. Square foot gardening northern neck master gardeners. Square foot gardening with patti moreno and a guest appearance by mel bartholomew the inventor of square foot garden. The books below are some of the ones that ive found helpful or inspiring. Mel bartholomew s square foot gardening book well worth the investment. Its a simple way to create easytomanage gardens with raised beds that need a minimum of time spent maintaining them. It was created to carry on work of mel bartholomew, originator of the square foot gardening method and author of all new square foot gardening.
It helps you to make good use of your garden space and get as. It was invented by backyard gardener and engineer mel bartholomew. In this exclusive 60min howto video, you will learn everything you need to know about using the square foot gardening method at home to grow your own abundant crops in a. Choose fruits and veggies that make sense for your family and for the intensive planting style of the square foot garden. Mel bartholomew interview about square foot garden youtube. A huge part of the sfg method is using mel s mix coarse vermiculite, peat moss, blended compost as your growing medium, rather than using garden soil. Square foot gardening mistakes learn from ours first. His first revision was published in 2007 called the all new square foot gardening in 20 his 3rd book. All the basics of square foot gardening now that youve learned all about this new gardening method called square foot gardening, im now going to show you the details of how to. When he created the square foot gardening method, mel bartholomew.
Squarefoot gardening commonly referred to as sfg is a planting method that was developed by american author and tv presenter mel bartholomew in the 1970s. After reading the square foot gardening book i was very determent to make mel s mix which contains part of vermiculite, of peat moss and of compost 5 different kinds. First, by growing your own food, you can include nutrients needed to make what you grow highly nutritious, which can help you to live a healthier life. Apr 01, 2018 the mel bartholomew foundation is a nonprofit 501c3 corporation based in new york. Square foot gardening answer book is for all of the worlds square foot gardeners. Square foot gardening answer book by mel bartholomew.
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Read everything you can about square foot gardening so that you can do a better job next time. Retired engineerturnedgardener mel bartholomew s square foot gardening consistently tops the list of bestselling gardening books and theres a reason. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read all new square foot gardening, second edition. Square foot gardening is the most practical, foolproof way to grow a home garden, whether youre growing an urban garden, or have an entire backyard. There is a path to follow, and square foot gardening is a fine first step.
Beginners guide mel bartholomew square foot gardening. Learn more about the square foot gardening foundation. Basically, instead of planting veg in long rows, the author mel bartholomew, recommends planting in 4ft by 4ft grids and using a unique soil mix. Plant a different flower, vegetable, or herb crop in each square foot. Aug 24, 2014 mel bartholomew square foot garden small space and urban garden made easy square foot gardening is the ultimate urban or small space garden solution. Depending on the mature size of the plant, grow 1, 4, 9, or 16 equally spaced plants per square foot. Square foot gardening sfg is a great way to convert that boring suburbia grass lawn into a sustainable produce isle. I honestly went to the store thinking ill get it all and make my own mix, but when the store didnt carry vermiculite, i thought its much easier to. Square foot gardening is a simple method of creating small, orderly, and productive kitchen vegetable gardens. Because taking your laptop or tablet out to the garden really isnt a good idea. Books by mel bartholomew author of all new square foot. His square foot plot method tends to cut down on weeds, grows more food in less space, and solves the augustseptember problem of too many squash and tomatoes. Each of these 4 by 4 square beds was then divided into sixteen onefoot squares the grid.
For more than 30 years mel bartholomew has been answering. I read a book a few years ago by mel bartholomew and it completely changed the way i designed many of my garden beds. Just finished reading cash from square foot gardening. Square foot gardening the ten basics of sfg 1 layout think in squares not in rows average garden size 20 x 35700 square feet to grow the same amount, a sfg only. But you can also find info online at the square foot gardening forum and this terrific tutorial from journey to forever.
The square foot gardening principle is pretty simple. Mel bartholomews book on squarefoot gardening was first published in 1981, while john jeavons first book on biointensive gardening came out in 1974. Aug 24, 2015 best mel bartholomew interview from square foot garden on the hour of the time radio show with bill cooper. With the ideas in this book everyone can garden, even if you live in a highrise apartment, or you. Printable square foot gardening cheat sheets plant and plate. I believe that this book, all new square foot gardening, could be your key to surviving the difficult times that are surely coming to the usa. Mel bartholomew and square foot gardening small house style. Since square foot gardening was first introduced in 1981, the revolutionary new way to garden developed by mel bartholomew. Best mel bartholomew interview from square foot garden on the hour of the time radio show with bill cooper. Mel s mix, as stipulated by mel bartholomew, author of all new square foot gardening is made up of equal parts peat moss, compost and. The square foot gardening answer book is for all of the worlds square foot gardeners. All the basics of square foot gardening now that youve learned all about this new gardening method called square foot gardening, im now going to show you the details of. Using proven techniques, appliances and approaches, this book will put more harvest on your table, with no additional garden beds.
The pros and cons of square foot gardening what is. Mel bartholomew introducing square foot gardening duration. Square foot gardening photos and videos you can tell how old this photo is. All the basics of square foot gardening mel bartholomew. Bartholomew, a retired engineer, devised a raised 4x4square bed swith a grid. He always liked to encourage people to decorate their square foot gardens. Founder and developer mel bartholomew s legacy is to teach this unique, simple method of growing sustainably fresh organic produce.