Description
A compelling call to change the way we think about gardening and growing food, Nettles & Petals by ecological horticulturist and social media sensation Jamie Walton is the only guide you need to make your garden more sustainable.
Full of inviting imagery and essential information, this accessible guide provides a holistic and ecological approach to gardening and vegetable growing. With a focus on biodiversity, soil health, and the creation of balanced ecosystems, Nettles & Petals is a must-read for any budding gardener.
Join Jamie and the @NettlesAndPetals community on their mission to save the wild plants we often attempt to eradicate from our gardens and learn how to begin growing them in your spaces in a practical way.
Dig into must-know topics including:
- Companion planting
- The wonders of nettles and other weeds
- The importance of flowers in the vegetable garden
- Circular and ecological garden planning
- Growing guides for Jamie’s ‘top 30’ vegetables
- Seed saving and sowing
- Urban and small-scale sustainable gardening
- Harvesting, preserving, and sharing produce
An ideal self-purchase or a gift for the green enthusiast in your life, Nettles & Petals is perfect for anyone curious about gardening sustainably.
Binding Type: Hardcover
Contributors: Jamie Walton, Samuel Binstead (Photographer)
Published: 04/08/2025
Publisher: Leaping Hare
ISBN: 9781836001393
Pages: 176
Weight: 1.55lbs
Size: 0.90″ H x 9.50″ L x 7.00″ W
About the Author
Jamie Walton is an ecological horticulturist and conservationist, growing food, flowers, and microbes in North Yorkshire, UK. His mission is to support others on their gardening journey, regardless of their circumstances.
Since founding @nettlesandpetals, Jamie has gained a global audience who share inspiring posts on gardening, conservation, and growing plants and vegetables using ecological methods. By focusing on sustainability, Jamie not only teaches people how to grow their own food but also encourages a deeper connection with nature.
Join the community @nettlesandpetals.
Sam is a UK based fashion and portrait photographer focussed on sustainable fashion, slow living and traditional crafts.
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