Avocado bis Zuckerrohr

Viele Nutzpflanzen der Tropen und Subtropen lassen sich auch mit Erfolg im Zimmer, Wintergarten oder Kleingewächshaus ziehen. Besonders reizvoll ist es, von den selbst gezogenen Pflanzen Früchte zu ernten. Wie das geht. Der erfahrene Autor schildert in diesem Buch die Ansprüche dieser faszinierenden Pflanzen an Standort und Pflege. Englisch. From the Avocado to the Zucchini (4th edition) [# The idea here is that of ‘from A to Z’ - but ‘Zuckerrohr’ translates as ‘sugar cane’. If zucchini (courgettes) are included in the book, then the title will make sense - check this out - otherwise, another English plant name beginning with Z would be necessary - if, in fact, there is one in the book. - M. A. ] Do you want to grow your own grass-green limes. Or fresh ginger. How. In fact, many sub-tropical and tropical vegetables and fruits can also be successfully grown indoors, in a winter garden or small glasshouse. Are you familiar with the ‘bounteous mantle of the earth’. A wide range of plants are waiting for you to cultivate them. The experienced author gives a brief overview of the home territories and botany of a range of fascinating plants, and provides succinct information on the basics of plant maintenance, from watering to a choice of plant containers. In a directory of some 80 species, he gives detailed and easy-to-understand information on site requirements, maintenance, propagation and growing exotic vegetables and fruits with all their special characteristics. He has tried out all the techniques himself - a true guarantee of success.