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THE GARDEN GUARDIAN'S guide to environmentally-responsible garden care
On this page you will find a summary of the contents of The Garden Guardian’s guide to environmentally responsible garden care by Johan Gerber and published by Aardvark Press. Available at leading bookstores and selected garden centres (e.g. all branches of Ludwig's Roses). Send an e-mail to johangerber@nashuaisp.co.za for information on a retail outlet closest to you for purchasing a copy. Can also be ordered direct via this e-mail address.
Please note that a couple of very good things happened since the second impression of "The Garden Guardian's guide" was released early 2007; the most important is the withdrawal of liquid concentrated chlorpyrifos formulations for use in the home garden. At the time of print late 2006, chlorpyrifos and many other organophosphate formulations dominated the pesticide shelves at most garden centres, hardware and food stores
Most small home garden pack size chlorpyrifos and various other organophosphate formulations have been voluntarily withdrawn by their suppliers from the shelves for use in the South African home garden since March 2009. This clearly shows that suppliers have become more environmentally-conscious and that South Africa is following the trends set in the European Union, United States and other countries.
SUMMARISED CONTENTS of "The Garden Guardian’s guide to environmentally-responsible garden care"by Johan Gerber
Chapter 1: PESTICIDE POLITICS
Brief discussions on various aspects of pesticides and their potential hazard to human health and environment (p 1 to 9)
Chapter 2: RESPONSIBLE GARDEN CARE
■ Insect pests and their control ( p 10 to 75)
Detail discussions on the various insect pests attacking gardens and agricultural crops with descriptions of insects for identification plus colour pictures under PLATES . Various methods of control include the use of bio-pesticides authorized for use in organic farming, biological controls and physical or cultural practices to follow.
■Plant diseases and their control (p 76 to 106 )
Detail discussions on the various diseases (fungal, bacterial and viral ) attacking gardens and agricultural crops with descriptions of such diseases for identification plus colour pictures under PLATES . Various methods of control include the use of bio-pesticides authorized for use in organic farming, biological controls and physical or cultural practices to follow.
Chapter 3: NATURE’S LITTLE HELPERS
The Gifts of Nature (p 107 to 140)
Detail discussions on the various biological controls present in gardens and agricultural crops with their descriptions for identification plus colour pictures under PLATES . Recommendations on enhancing and safeguarding their populations are given and advise to minimize or even eliminate the use of pesticides. This section covers parasitic and predatory insects, predatory reptiles, pollinators, decomposers as well as beneficial micro-organisms (fungi, bacterial, virus etc.) present in soils and on plant surfaces.
APPENDIX A
Active ingredients in pesticides ( p 142 to 171)
List of active ingredients used in pesticide formulations for garden and agriculture use with their commercial brand names available in South Africa. Summarized information is given of each active ingredient used and its potential hazard to human health and environment and the possible adverse effects it may have.
APPENDIX B
Handling, application and disposal of pesticides ( p 173-174)
Advise on the disposal and handling of pesticides to minimize risk of poisoning to the environment and its inhabitants.
APPENDIX C
Statutory labeling requirements (175-176)
Discussion of requirements for registered pesticide packaging. Explains clauses used under precautions and warnings etc.
APPENDIX D
Useful resources (p177-178)
Website links and contact details of environmental protection organizations (e.g. EPA) , various pesticide information networks, information on biological controls, organic certification, pesticide companies in South Africa, waste disposal companies and poisoning emergency. Updates can be found under ENVIRONMENT and LINKS of this website.
PLATES ( p180 TO 244)
Full colour photo’s of insect pests, diseases and beneficial organisms discussed under chapters 2 and 3 ; total of 378 photo’s showing pest and beneficial with their host plant.
GLOSSARY ( p245-248)
Definitions of biological and pesticide terms (A-Z) used in book to enable everyone to understand some of the more technical terms used.
INDEX (p249-252)
A to Z list of key words to enable the reader to find information fast and effectively.
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CONTROL OF UNWANTED PLANTS
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Publications providing information on the use of registered pesticides regulated by the Department of Agriculture in terms of the Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act No. 36 of 1947 in South Africa
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Control of Unwanted Plants
This guide comprises 238 pages, containing information on herbicides registered for the control of declared weeds, invader and other problem plants.
Unique features of this guide:
- more than 60 herbicide formulations with trade names;
- 120 plant species with common names in 6 languages (where available);
-.list of products registered for total weed control;
- toxicology and environmental facts for 28 active ingredients;
- list of companies providing the products in the guide, with their contact details.
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ISBN 0-620-35983-8. Available in a handy A5 size at R100.00 (plus R10.00 postage if applicable). To order, please contact: Kathy at 072 599 2883; or Annette at 072 630 5430
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Plant Growth Regulants, Defoliants and Desiccants
This is the second guide of XACT Information. It comprises 117 pages, containing plant growth regulating activities in 48 crops, active ingredients of 70 formulations with their concentrations, trade names and registration numbers as well as methods of application.
Available in a handy A5 size at R70.00 (plus R10.00 postage if applicable).
To order, please contact:Mien at 083 539 1919; Kathy at 072 599 2883; or Annette at 072 630 5430 |
DISCLAIMER |
The information included in these XACT guides is based on labels and data obtained from registration holders and distributors. These guides are intended to serve as a guideline to the availability of mainly chemical products and contain summaries of toxicological and environmental data of active ingredients used in commercial products. The use of some of these chemical products do not necessarily carry the approval of the Garden Care website but the information made available is of huge value to assist users in making environmentally-responsible decisions when agricultural crops and biological diversity needs to be protected in South Africa. Garden Care supports Integrated Pest Management which is by definition the careful consideration of all available pest control techniques and subsequent integration of appropriate measures that discourage the development of pest populations and minimise the risks to human health and the environment and therefore encourages natural pest control mechanisms |
How to grow beautiful ROSES the organic way
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Gerrit van Tonder & Sidney Cyves |
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CONTENTS
How to plant a rose bush and how to revive old rose bushes; David Austin Roses and Mycorrhizal fungi ; Old roses need revival; General rose care ; Building fertile soil ;Rose myths; Rose diseases ; An annual calendar for rose care ; Important scientific information on rose growing ; Visual signs of insufficient and excessive nutrient supply to plants ; Lucerne and Comfrey: two magic plants in an organic garden ;
Final notes on organic rose growing |
Cost = R70 per book. Distribution by LR Roses:
Contact Hanlie Erasmus: 079-036-3232 |
GARDENING MAGAZINES
Consumer and industry publications for home and garden
You can visit the magazine page of Garden of Eden for gardeners for the latest topics in various gardening magazines.
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