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With hardly any previous veg-growing experience and even less time- when Gardeners World design guru Joe Swift decided to take on a 250 sq metre allotment in north London- some people thought he was mad. But with hard work and dedication- in less than a year Joe created his very own urban oasis and a source of delicious- fresh- organic produce for himself and his family.In this book Joe takes us through every stage of his education as an allotment gardener- from putting his name on the council waiting list to harvesting his first crops. He reveals everything hes learned about acquiring a plot- clearing the site- planning the beds- and planting- nurturing and protecting his fruit and vegetables. All the techniques he has mastered are described and illustrated- step by step.Joe also introduces us to his Veg Heroes like Monty Don and Geoff Hamilton - fellow plot-holders with years of experience and the crops to show for it - who inspired Joe to take up veg growing in the first place. And he shares with us his enjoyment of allotment gardening- the combination of hard work- fresh air and a sense of community that makes his plot such a special place to be.Whether you are an established allotment gardener or are thinking of putting your name down for a plot- Joes Allotment will provide you with a wealth of advice and inspiration....