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  • Published: 19 September 2016
  • ISBN: 9781775538547
  • Imprint: Random House NZ
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 240
  • RRP: $45.00
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The Good Dirt



Improving soil health for more successful gardening.

Improving soil health for more successful gardening.

In The Good Dirt, landscape designer Xanthe White digs beneath the surface to reveal the secrets to successful gardening. 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 you’ll be likely to 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 from each one by working in harmony with nature.

Complete with ingredients guides for each soil type and ideas and design features to enhance its fertility, this is an essential companion for anyone looking to establish a new garden or improve their existing one.

  • Published: 19 September 2016
  • ISBN: 9781775538547
  • Imprint: Random House NZ
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 240
  • RRP: $45.00
Categories:

About the author

Xanthe White

Xanthe White is the lead designer of her studio Xanthe White Design based in both Auckland and Wellington, New Zealand. The practise has worked for the last 28 years on projects across the globe including New Zealand, United Kingdom, Isle of Mann, France, Singapore, Japan and China. She has published several books on gardening and landscaping and has been involved in writing, radio and television through the years to communicate the art of gardening in a contemporary context. She is also involved in education teaching in studio classes as well as Masterclasses at an international level. She is also President of the Garden Design Society and a fellow of the organisation as well as an awarded Meritae Alumnae of Baradene.


She lives in Auckland New Zealand with her husband Chris and their children Jacob and Sophie.

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Praise for The Good Dirt

If you're serious about gardening, this book would be a worthwhile investment.

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Beneath The surface

Learn about the correct soil approach for your garden with landscape designer Xanthe White